Definition
brochs
noun
- Plural of broch; prehistoric circular stone towers found in Scotland, typically dating from the Iron Age.
Usage: archaeology; chiefly Scottish
Examples
- The brochs of northern Scotland are among the most impressive Iron Age structures in Europe.
- Archaeologists have excavated numerous brochs along the Scottish coast.
- Many brochs feature distinctive double walls and narrow passageways.
- The purpose of these ancient brochs remains a subject of scholarly debate.
- Visitors to the Shetland Islands can explore the remains of several well-preserved brochs.