Skye

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Skye Largest island in the Inner Hebrides, off the nw coast of Scotland, with the chief town of Portree. Its scenery makes it a popular holiday attraction. A bridge to the mainland opened in 1996. Occupations include rearing livestock, weaving, fishing. Area: 1735sq km (670sq mi). Pop. (2002) 11,750.

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Skye

views updated May 23 2018

Skye name of the largest island of the Inner Hebrides used attrib. as in S. terrier, a small breed of dog. XIX.