Dave
A bing is a Scottish term for a slag heap associated with coal
mines. In recent years many have been 'landscaped'.
David
> I have come across the geographical feature 'bings' in an old Scottish
> text. It's a new one on me and not in COD - I would be grateful if anyone
> enlighten me as to what it is or what they are?
>
> Dave
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David Forrest, PhD, FBCart.S
Lecturer in Topographic Science
University of Glasgow
GLASGOW G12 8QQ
United Kingdom
Tel: O141-330-5401
Fax: 0141-330-4894
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