Glossary / bothy

bothy

(noun)

bothy (noun) — A simple, often remote shelter in the United Kingdom, available for public use by hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, typically providing basic protection from the elements.

A simple, often remote shelter in the United Kingdom, available for public use by hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, typically providing basic protection from the elements.

Example

“They spent the night in a bothy, grateful for the refuge from the storm.”

Synonyms

mountain hut mountain bothy

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is bothy?

A simple, often remote shelter in the United Kingdom, available for public use by hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, typically providing basic protection from the elements.

How do you use "bothy" in a sentence?

“They spent the night in a bothy, grateful for the refuge from the storm.”

What is another word for bothy?

Common synonyms for bothy include mountain hut and mountain bothy.

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