A narrow inlet of the sea between cliffs or hills, especially in Scotland. A coastal waterway that is typically long and narrow.
From Old Norse fjörður, related to Old English ford meaning a shallow place to cross water. The term is particularly associated with Scottish geography and Norse influence in Scotland.
Famous firths like the Firth of Forth showcase how Norse seafarers shaped Scottish coastal terminology, with many firths serving as natural harbors that determined where cities like Edinburgh would flourish.
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