A Dictionary of Scots Words & Phrases in Current Use

A Dictionary of Scots Words & Phrases in Current Use image
ISBN-10:

078180664X

ISBN-13:

9780781806640

Edition: English Language
Released: Jan 01, 1998
Publisher: Hippocrene Books
Format: Paperback, 256 pages
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TABLE OF CONTENTS: * A Key to Varieties of Scots -- * A Note on Pronunciation -- 1.) People, Titles and Labels, Parts of the Body -- 2.) Human Attributes, Behaviour -- 3.) Health, Appearance, Dress -- 4.) Eating and Drinking -- 5.) Communication, Speech, Sound -- 6.) Movement, Commotion, Violence -- 7.) Law, Administration -- 8.) Education, Religion, The Supernatural -- 9.) Festivals, Local Customs, Music and Dance -- 10.) Sports and Games -- 11.) Countryside, Nature, Time and Weather -- 12.) Fishing, Farming, Industry, Crafts and Gear -- 13.) Construction, House, Household -- 14.) Grammar Words, Number and Quantity -- 15.) Miscellany -- * BIBLIOGRAPHY -- * INDEX . . . . . . . . This dictionary covers a multitude of Scots words and expressions, some of which have entered into English worldwide, some of which are peculiarly Scottish and communicate much about Scotland's unique culture and society. Often light in tone, it offers valuable insight into the linguistic development of Scots.

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