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
