Scoor-oot: A Dictionary of Scots Words and Phrases in Current Use

Stevenson, James A. C./ MacLeod, Iseabail

ISBN 10: 1474247199 / ISBN 13: 9781474247191

Published by Bloomsbury USA Academic, 2015

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272 pages. 9.21x6.14x1.11 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Scoor-oot: A Dictionary of Scots Words and Phrases in Current Use
• Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Academic
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1474247199
• ISBN 13: 9781474247191
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New

About this title

Synopsis

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 Scotlands unique culture and society. Often light in tone, it offers valuable insight into the linguistic development of Scots.

About the Author

James A. C. Stevenson was editor-in-chief of The Dictionary of the Older Scottish Tongue until his retirement.'