Illustrated Bridge End scene — the artwork behind this city's word search puzzle
This Bridge End word search hides 12 words on a 15×15 grid — landmarks, neighborhoods, and local flavor. Trace each one with a finger or mouse and it locks in as soon as the whole word is covered. No signup, no download.
Words to find: FOYLE, SPERRINS, ULSTER, DERRY, DONEGAL, TYRONE, HURLING, GAELIC, BANN, LOUGH, BRIDGE, GLEN.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
Bridge End word list, defined
FOYLE/fɔɪl/ · noun
The Foyle is a large estuary in Northern Ireland, located on the border with the Republic of Ireland. Related: estuary, inlet, bay.
ULSTER/ˈʌlstər/ · noun
A type of woolen coat originating from Northern Ireland, typically made from thick, woven fabric. Related: coat, jacket, overcoat, cloak.
DERRY/ˈdɛri/ · noun
A city in Northern Ireland; a county in Northern Ireland; a city in New Hampshire, USA. A derry is also a type of drum. Related: city, town, county, drum.
HURLING/hɜːrlɪŋ/ · noun, verb
Hurling is a fast-paced, high-scoring outdoor team sport of ancient Irish origin, played with a ball and a curved stick. It is characterized by its physicality and skill, requiring strength, speed, and agility. Related: gaelic football, shinty, field hockey, lacrosse.
LOUGH/lɒx/ · noun
A lough is a lake or fjord, especially in Ireland and Scotland. It is often used to describe a large body of water that is usually freshwater. Related: lake, fjord, inlet, sound.
BRIDGE/brɪdʒ/ · noun, verb
A structure built over a river or other obstacle, allowing people or vehicles to cross. To connect or join two things, especially by a bridge. Related: span, link, connect, span.
GLEN/ɡlɛn/ · noun
A long, narrow valley with steep sides, typically with a river or stream flowing through it. A glen is often a picturesque and peaceful area. Related: valley, dell, gully, ravine.