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Trough Scar

valley · Lancashire

Old EnglishAI-generated

This name likely refers to a steep, rocky valley or gorge. 'Trough' describes a long, narrow depression, and 'scar' denotes a cliff or rock face.

Word origins

Trough
Old Englishlong, narrow depression(from trōg "trough, channel")
Scar
Old Norsecliff, rock face(from skarð "notch, pass, cliff")