Scottish Terminology

2 words in this vocabulary list

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

  • The gillie provided expert guidance on the best fishing spots in the river.
  • I hired a gillie to help me catch some big fish this weekend.
  • That gillie knows all the secret spots for the best catches.
  • She acted as a gillie, guiding me through the complexities of the legal system.

adjective easily recognizable or conspicuous; standing out from the crowd

  • The kenspeckle landmark towered over the city skyline.
  • That kenspeckle building is hard to miss.
  • Check out that kenspeckle car with the flashy rims!
  • Her kenspeckle personality made her stand out in a crowd.