CAIRN


Meaning of CAIRN in English

■ noun

1》 a mound of rough stones built as a memorial or landmark.

↘a prehistoric burial mound made of stones.

2》 (also ~ terrier ) a small terrier of a breed with short legs, a longish body, and a shaggy coat.

Origin

ME: from Sc. Gaelic carn .

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