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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RUDHA CRUINN | Rudha Cruinn Rudha Cruinn |
Mr D. Nicholson, Schoolmaster Carbost, by Broadford, Skye. Mr Alexander Matheson, merchant Carbost, by Broadford. |
033; 037 | This name is applied to a point or headland on the West coast of Skye at Talisker Bay. The name signifies "Round Point". |
| ALLT MHI-ÀIDH | Allt Mhi-àidh | Mr D. Nicholson, Schoolmaster Carbost, by Broadford, Skye. Mr Alexander Matheson, merchant Carbost, by Broadford. |
033; 037 | A small stream flowing into Talisker Bay. The name signifies "Burn of ill luck". |
| SGÙRR AN TODHAIR | Sgùrran Todair | Mr D. Nicholson, Schoolmaster Carbost, by Broadford, Skye. Mr Alexander Matheson, merchant Carbost, by Broadford. |
037 | Signifies "Rock of the manure" and is applied to a preciptious rocky face on the coast at Talisker Bay. The name has probably originated from the fact that great quantities of guans is found in some of the crevices on the rock frequented by sea fowl. |
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