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Goose Loch

lake or loch · Scottish Borders

Old EnglishAI-generated

Goose Loch is a descriptive name indicating a loch frequented by geese. The 'loch' element is Gaelic, but the 'goose' element is Old English, suggesting a mixed or anglicised name.

Word origins

Goose
Old EnglishGoose(from gōs "goose")
Loch
GaelicLake, sea inlet(from loch "lake")