Dumfries and Galloway

geographical name

Dumfries and Gal·​lo·​way ˈga-lə-ˌwā How to pronounce Dumfries and Galloway (audio)
administrative area of southern Scotland bordering the Irish Sea area 2481 square miles (6425 square kilometers), population 151,324

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“Dumfries and Galloway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Dumfries%20and%20Galloway. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.

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