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    Munro (en. Munro)

    /ˈmʌn.roʊ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A munro is a peak over 3000 feet in Scotland.
    We climbed four munros during our hike.
    Nous avons gravi quatre munros durant notre randonnée.
    Munros are often listed for hikers.
    She completed the list of munros last year.
    Elle a terminé la liste des munros l'année dernière.

    Etymology

    Scottish name, from the name of Sir Hugh Munro, who compiled the first list of these peaks.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to climb a munro
    To ascend a peak of 3000 feet or more.
    grimper un munro
    list of munros
    Inventory of the high Scottish peaks.
    liste des munros

    Related Words

    hiking
    Activity of walking on trails or paths.
    randonnée
    mountaineering
    The practice of climbing in the mountains.
    alpinisme

    Slang Meanings

    To finish several munros quickly.
    He did a 'munro dash' this weekend.
    Il a fait un 'munro dash' ce week-end.
    To have good equipment for climbing.
    She is ready for the munro with her new backpack.
    Elle est prête pour le munro avec son nouveau sac à dos.