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scotsman

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈskɑtsmən// scots·man

n. a man who was born in Scotland or who comes from a Scottish family.

n. a male native or inhabitant of Scotland, or a man of Scottish descent.


SIMPLE

The Scotsman wore a traditional kilt to the wedding.

CONTEXTUAL

As a proud Scotsman, he often shared stories about the history of the Highlands with his children.

COMPLEX

The legendary Scotsman spent his retirement years restoring a small stone cottage on the coast of Fife, overlooking the North Sea.

Synonyms
Origin

From Scots + -man.

Usage

Capitalised in all contexts as it refers to a specific nationality.

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