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lough

noun

Definition of lough

chiefly Irish

as in lake

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Recent Examples of lough Out in the middle of lough an archipelago of strange islands emerge. — Literary Hub, 30 July 2026 Global warming has also increased the temperature of the lough, encouraging the abundant blooms. — Harriet Marsden, TheWeek, 18 June 2026 Along with a grassy walled garden, an arboretum, the property has nearly three miles of lough frontage and shooting rights across a total of 3,000 acres. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2025 On the shores of Belfast's lough, The Culloden Estate and Spa is a serene escape from the buzzy city scene. — Ciara McQuillan, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2022

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Noun

This case is small enough for spontaneous games by the lake, in an airport lounge, or after a long lunch that stretches into sunset cocktails—even the simplest games deserve first-class treatment.

— Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2026
Even Chicago’s great museums seem claustrophobic when there are blue skies and a nice lake breeze.

— Mary Wisniewski, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of lake

Noun

Outside, a koi pond doubles as the view from the master bedroom’s own terrace, while a second reception room with a wood burner and a drop-down projector screen is built for post-dinner films.

— Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 6 Aug. 2026
With ready-to-assemble kits and the wide availability of water plants, a garden pond of any size can be simple to install and maintain.

— Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of pond

Noun

This is a landscape of lochs and mountains, best viewed from a cozy railcar, on a train that coddles just 36 passengers on an all-inclusive journey.

— Everett Potter, Forbes.com, 17 June 2026
The sprawling coastal property encompasses roughly 3,700 acres of pastureland, woodlands, lochs, and more than three miles of dramatic shoreline.

— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 June 2026

Definition of loch

Noun

The rooms Those heart-melting pastel colors that glow as Venice and her lagoon move from daytime into evening have been collated here in room decor, which brings the outdoors inside and folds it into midcentury-modern style and comfort.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Along with plenty of Southern hospitality, there’s something for every parkgoer here, including water coaster RiverRush and The Cascades, an interactive, 8,000-square-foot lagoon pool.

— Carly Caramanna, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2026

Definition of lagoon

Noun

Theodore Roosevelt Dam, Arizona Theodore Roosevelt Dam was completed northeast of Phoenix in 1911, creating a reservoir on the Salt River.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Aug. 2026
In 1950, in the Catskills, New York City officials approved the use of what had been General Electric’s experimental Cold War weapon to end a drought and fill the city’s reservoirs.

— Rana Mitter, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of reservoir

Noun

Beyond daily swims in Ullswater, guests have the opportunity to explore the inspiring landscape of the Lake District, visiting hidden tarns, rivers, and even a stargazing night.

— Freya Bromley, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Feb. 2025
The two main tarns on this trail are flanked by subalpine meadows with a variety of shrubs and wildflowers that change colors in the fall.

— Graham Averill, Outside Online, 16 Sep. 2024

Definition of tarn

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