“There’s a fine furze bush ah could help ye hing yer draiglet petticoaties oan for tae dry in yonder oot o the way den ye ken.” Translated: draiglet, draigelt: wet, drenched. “There is a fine gorse … Continue reading Draiglet. →
barley, grass, leg, legs, muse, pen, poem, poetry, rhyme, river, summer, sunny Scottish Word: Cleek.
“If ah can fit ma cleek into yir pou tab I’ll hae ye sorted in a jiffie.” Translated: cleek: substantial metal hook. “If I can fit my hook into your pull tab I’ll have you dressed … Continue reading Cleek. →
captain, crutch, dress, dressing, girl, hat, hook, leg, old woman, peg, pirates, sea, ship, woman, zipper 
