Scots

[ skots ]

noun

1. Also called Scottish. the English language as spoken in Scotland. Compare Scottish Gaelic.

adjective

1. Scottish ( def 1 ).

Scots

/ skɒts /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or characteristic of Scotland, its people, their English dialects, or their Gaelic language

noun

1. any of the English dialects spoken or written in Scotland See also Lallans

Confusables Note

See Scotch.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Scots¹

1325–75; syncopated form of Scottis, Middle English, variant (north) of Scottish

Example Sentences

Late concessions at home against Poland and in Portugal, plus a narrow defeat in Croatia, denied the Scots points in their opening three Nations League games.

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It means that if the Scots are in pot three they could face a tricky route to a first World Cup in what will be 28 years by the time the tournament rolls around.

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Vancouver Whitecaps' Armstrong, 32, last featured for the Scots as a substitute in their final match at Euro 2024, the 1-0 defeat by Hungary.

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The world champions were rocking, but a decision to go for the short side gave life to their defence and the Scots were shunted back and eventually turned over.

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The world champions were pushed hard by the ferocious Scots, who created - but did not take - multiple chances in a pivotal period during the second half.

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