lough

noun

Definition of loughnext
chiefly Irish
as in lake

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Recent Examples of lough Out in the middle of lough an archipelago of strange islands emerge. — Literary Hub, 30 July 2026 Global warming has also increased the temperature of the lough, encouraging the abundant blooms. — Harriet Marsden, TheWeek, 18 June 2026 Along with a grassy walled garden, an arboretum, the property has nearly three miles of lough frontage and shooting rights across a total of 3,000 acres. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2025 On the shores of Belfast's lough, The Culloden Estate and Spa is a serene escape from the buzzy city scene. — Ciara McQuillan, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lough
  1. lake
  2. pond
  3. loch
  4. lagoon
  5. reservoir
  6. tarn
Noun
  • Even during historically warm winters, intense cold snaps, lake-effect bursts, and major individual snowstorms remain entirely possible.
    — Ahmad Bajjey, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Inside, the interiors are a study in understated neutrals—warm gray,brown tones, and crisp white walls allow the marble fireplace and expansive lake views to serve as the art pieces.
    — Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of lake
Noun
  • The South Portico faces the pond known as the Columbia Basin in Jackson Park, but has not been a way in or out at any point since the building has been the Museum of Science and Industry — which will celebrate its centennial in 2033.
    — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Regularly maintaining our city’s creeks and pond depths should be done.
    — Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of pond
Noun
  • In the show’s two-hour series premiere, host Alan Cumming welcomed 22 appropriately bloodthirsty competitors to his Scottish castle and immediately threw them into the deep end of the loch.
    — Hunter Ingram, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026
  • This is a landscape of lochs and mountains, best viewed from a cozy railcar, on a train that coddles just 36 passengers on an all-inclusive journey.
    — Everett Potter, Forbes.com, 17 June 2026
Definition of loch
Noun
  • The second team will cut a trail through the island's jungle, connecting the landing site to the southern side of the lagoon.
    — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Napa and East Palo Alto impacts are mostly to natural lands like depressional wetlands, lagoons, and snowy plover habitat, while East Oakland is mainly due to BART and the Oakland Airport.
    — Zoe Mintz, CBS News, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of lagoon
Noun
  • Construction on the reservoir is expected to begin in 2028 with the project slated for completion between 2031 and 2032.
    — Hira Humayun, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Additional precipitation in one part of the state does not necessarily translate into meaningful gains for every river basin or reservoir.
    — Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of reservoir
Noun
  • Beyond daily swims in Ullswater, guests have the opportunity to explore the inspiring landscape of the Lake District, visiting hidden tarns, rivers, and even a stargazing night.
    — Freya Bromley, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Feb. 2025
  • The two main tarns on this trail are flanked by subalpine meadows with a variety of shrubs and wildflowers that change colors in the fall.
    — Graham Averill, Outside Online, 16 Sep. 2024
Definition of tarn

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“Lough.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lough. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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