A Dictionary of Scots Words & Phrases in Current Use

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.