cairn Definition

cairn¹
noun

1. A heap of stones piled up to mark something, especially a grave or pathway.

Etymology: 16c: from Scottish Gaelic carn.

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cairn²
cairn terrier
noun

1. A small breed of dogs with short legs, a thick shaggy brown coat and erect ears, developed in Scotland and formerly used for flushing foxes out of their burrows.

Etymology: 20c: from Scottish Gaelic carn cairn; said to be because the dogs used to hunt amongst cairns.