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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROINN DIOMHAIN | Ruin Doon Ruin Doon Roinn Diomhain |
James McGibbon. Carrick John McGibbon. Knap Gaelic Orthography |
153 | A projection into Loch Goil traditionally said to bear its name from a giant of old, after making the attempt, having to give up as fruitless labour, the filling up of the loch at this part, to enable it to be crossed on dry land. This has doubtless originated from the unusual distance - compared with the vicinity - to which the water receded at this point, disclosing numerous large bolders, which were no doubt considered as the first part of the giant's undertaking. Sign: [Signification] is explained by the above. |
| TOLL NAM MUC | Toll nam Muck Toll nam Muc |
James McGibbon. Carrick John McGibbon. Knap Gaelic Orthography |
153 | A small bay Known to most fisherman on the West coast of Scotland as the securest harbour in Loch Goil. To fishermen who do not know Gaelic it is known by its English equivalent "The Swines' hole. |
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