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tarroo ushtey

by Micha F. Lindemans
In Manx folklore, a malevolent bull which lived in swamps and shallow pools. Occasionally it leaves its haunts to roam among the farm cattle. The tarroo ushtey is derived from the tarbh uisge of Scottish Gaelic tradition. See also .

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  • Also known as:
    theroo ushta
  • Etymology:
    water-bull

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Article "tarroo ushtey" created on 20 May 2007; last modified on 20 May 2007 (Revision 1). 39 words.
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