shilpit

[ shil-pit ]

adjective

, Scot.

1. (of a person) sickly; puny; feeble.
2. (of liquor) weak; watery.

shilpit

/ ˈʃɪlpɪt /

adjective

1. puny; thin; weak-looking

Word History and Origins

Origin of shilpit¹

First recorded in 1795–1805; origin uncertain

Word History and Origins

Origin of shilpit¹

C19: of unknown origin

Example Sentences

He pronounced the claret shilpit, and demanded brandy with great vociferation.

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Im blyth yere come back Miss Ross, and yet Im sorry to see you so shilpit.

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Whatna shilpit man's this that Leevie's gotten for her new jo?

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