Gillie

Pronunciation: /ˈɡɪli/

Definitions of gillie

noun A Scottish term for a fishing or hunting guide, often used in reference to someone who assists with outdoor activities or sports.

Example Sentences

A1 The gillie helped the fisherman catch a big salmon.

A2 The gillie showed the tourists around the Scottish Highlands.

B1 The gillie's knowledge of the local flora and fauna impressed the nature enthusiasts.

B2 The gillie's expertise in fly fishing techniques made him a sought-after guide.

C1 The gillie's ability to navigate the rugged terrain of the mountains was unmatched.

C2 The gillie's deep understanding of the local history and culture added depth to the tourists' experience.

Examples of gillie in a Sentence

formal The gillie provided expert guidance on the best fishing spots in the river.

informal I hired a gillie to help me catch some big fish this weekend.

slang That gillie knows all the secret spots for the best catches.

figurative She acted as a gillie, guiding me through the complexities of the legal system.

Grammatical Forms of gillie

• past tense: gillied
• plural: gillies
• comparative: more gillie
• superlative: most gillie
• present tense: gillie
• future tense: will gillie
• perfect tense: have gillied
• continuous tense: is gillieing
• singular: gillie
• positive degree: gillie
• infinitive: to gillie
• gerund: gillieing
• participle: gillied

Origin and Evolution of gillie

First Known Use: 1622 year

Language of Origin: Gaelic

Story behind the word: The word 'gillie' originated in Scotland and is derived from the Gaelic word 'gille', meaning servant or lad.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a male attendant or servant, the term 'gillie' has evolved to also describe a hunting or fishing guide, especially in Scotland and Ireland.