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A Dictionary of Scots Words and Phrases in Current Use
Scoor-oot
A Dictionary of Scots Words and Phrases in Current Use
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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.
Table of Contents
Foreword
Acknowledgements
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
Acknowledgements
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
Product details
| Published | 17 Dec 2015 |
|---|---|
| Format | Hardback |
| Edition | 1st |
| Extent | 272 |
| ISBN | 9781474247191 |
| Imprint | Bloomsbury Academic |
| Dimensions | 234 x 156 mm |
| Series | Linguistics: Bloomsbury Academic Collections |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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