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Faeroes

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Faeroes, Faroes [ˈfɛərəʊz]
pl n
(Placename) a group of 21 basalt islands in the North Atlantic between Iceland and the Shetland Islands: a self-governing community within the kingdom of Denmark; fishing. Capital: Thorshavn. Pop.: 46 600 (2001 est.). Area: 1400 sq. km (540 sq. miles) Also called Faeroe Islands, Faroe Islands
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Noun1.Faeroes - a self-governing colony that is a possession of Denmark in the Faroe Islands
2.Faeroes - a group of 21 volcanic islands in the North Atlantic between Iceland and the Shetland Islands
Thorshavn - the administrative center of the Faroe Islands
Atlantic, Atlantic Ocean - the 2nd largest ocean; separates North and South America on the west from Europe and Africa on the east


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FAEROES PONY* Similar to the Icelandic Pony, the Faeroes Pony is of ancient origin and is among the purest breeds due to isolated conditions.
Former European Footballer of the Year and Charlton favourite Allan Simonsen, now coach of the Faeroes, would take Gazza tomorrow.
Two victories over the Faeroes (3-1 and 8-1) and one over Malta (6-0) have given the Yugoslavs a goal differential of 17-2 from three games.
 
 
 
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