Selkirk

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biographical name

Sel·​kirk ˈsel-ˌkərk How to pronounce Selkirk (audio)
Alexander 1676–1721 Scottish marooned sailor

Selkirk

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geographical name

Sel·​kirk ˈsel-ˌkərk How to pronounce Selkirk (audio)
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or Selkirkshire former county of southeastern Scotland
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burgh southeast of Edinburgh, Scotland population 5800

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“Selkirk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Selkirk. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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