Crannoges

/ˈkrænɒdʒɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of crannoge; multiple artificial island dwellings built in lakes and marshes, particularly in ancient and medieval Ireland and Scotland.

Etymology

Simple plural of 'crannoge,' formed by adding '-s' to the singular form. Reflects the numerous preserved examples of these structures across Celtic regions.

Kelly Says

Over 1,500 crannoge sites have been identified in Ireland alone—each one tells a story of how ancient people ingeniously adapted to wet landscapes by building upward instead of sideways!

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