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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

broch

/broʊtʃ/ noun · British & US
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What does broch mean?

noun

A broch is a type of Iron Age tower or fortified dwelling, typically found in Scotland and Ireland. It is characterized by a circular or oval shape and a thick stone wall.

Example

"The archaeologists discovered a well-preserved broch on the hillside, its stone walls still standing after centuries."

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