Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

scots

noun
/skÉ’ts/
Definition
The Scots are the people of Scotland or the Scottish people. It can also refer to the Scottish dialects spoken in Scotland.
Examples
  • The Scots have a rich cultural heritage with traditions that date back centuries.
  • Many Scots celebrate Burns Night every January 25th in honor of poet Robert Burns.
  • Scots Gaelic is one of the two official languages of Scotland, alongside English.
Meaning
Pertaining to Scotland, its people, culture, or the Gaelic language spoken in the region.
Synonyms
  • Scottish
  • Scotch
  • Highlander