Scots Meaning
/skɒts/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounplural of scot
nameA Germanic language closely related to English and descended from northern dialects of Middle English, spoken in parts of Scotland, now especially in the northeastern and southern regions of the country.
Sentence Examples
He wrote his diary in broad Scots.
Tom promises the Scots the moon.
Tom is Scottish, but he doesn't speak Scots.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ are known for their love of whisky and wearing kilts.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ pine is the only native pine tree found growing in the British Isles.
Word Origin & History
Borrowed from Scots Scots, from Middle Scots Scottis, from Old English Scottysċ, a late variant of earlier Scyttisċ (“Scottish”). Doublet of Scottish.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ are known for their love of whisky and wearing kilts.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ pine is the only native pine tree found growing in the British Isles.