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We've celebrated Scotland's rich heritage and promoted its bright future since 1739. Tag #OutAndAboutScotland to join the conversation. #ScotSpirit

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#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is fleg! (pronounced /flɛɡ/) This word can be used as a noun, meaning a fright, or a verb, meaning to frighten. Example sentences: "That loud noise gave me a fleg!" or "That'll fleg him..." #scottishwords #scotslanguage

#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is fleg! (pronounced /flɛɡ/)

This word can be used as a noun, meaning a fright, or a verb, meaning to frighten. 
Example sentences: "That loud noise gave me a fleg!" or "That'll fleg him..." 

#scottishwords #scotslanguage
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Did you have any Scottish adventures this weekend? Beth, our digital platform specialist, visited St Andrews Cathedral. Did you know that when this cathedral was dedicated in 1318, Robert the Bruce was in attendance? The grounds are free of charge to visit.

Did you have any Scottish adventures this weekend?

Beth, our digital platform specialist, visited St Andrews Cathedral. Did you know that when this cathedral was dedicated in 1318, Robert the Bruce was in attendance? 

The grounds are free of charge to visit.
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#FunScottishFactOfTheWeek! James VI was known for his love of unusual pets, and was said to have owned a lion, lynx, tiger and beaver!

#FunScottishFactOfTheWeek! 

James VI was known for his love of unusual pets, and was said to have owned a lion, lynx, tiger and beaver!
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#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is drouth! (pronounced /druːθ/) This noun can refer to thirst – particularly for alcohol! – or a dry spell of weather. Robert Burns refers to "drouthy neebors" in his poem "Tam o' Shanter", meaning "thirsty neighbours". #scottishwords #scotslanguage

#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is drouth! (pronounced /druːθ/)

This noun can refer to thirst – particularly for alcohol! – or a dry spell of weather. 

Robert Burns refers to "drouthy neebors" in his poem "Tam o' Shanter", meaning "thirsty neighbours".

#scottishwords #scotslanguage
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Handsome Storm has been enjoying the beautiful bluebells on his walks with our Editor, Robert, lately! Did you have any Scottish adventures this weekend? Share them with #outandaboutscotland for a chance to be featured in the magazine.

Handsome Storm has been enjoying the beautiful bluebells on his walks with our Editor, Robert, lately! 

Did you have any Scottish adventures this weekend? Share them with #outandaboutscotland for a chance to be featured in the magazine.
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We're back with another #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek 🙌 Did you know that Falkirk's directors travelled by train to pay West Ham United in cash?

We're back with another #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek 🙌

Did you know that Falkirk's directors travelled by train to pay West Ham United in cash?
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A sunny day puts us in the mood for adventures! If you could explore anywhere in Scotland, where would you go? 📍 Duart Castle, Isle of Mull 📷 davidmajesticphotography on Instagram

A sunny day puts us in the mood for adventures! 
If you could explore anywhere in Scotland, where would you go?

📍 Duart Castle, Isle of Mull 
📷 davidmajesticphotography on Instagram
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#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is hirple! (pronouced /ˈhɪrp(ə)l/) This verb means to hobble or limp. Example sentence: "I had to hirple home after I twisted my ankle." #scottishwords #scotslanguage

#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is hirple! (pronouced /ˈhɪrp(ə)l/)

This verb means to hobble or limp. Example sentence: "I had to hirple home after I twisted my ankle."

#scottishwords #scotslanguage
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Rachel and family enjoyed a sunny day at Kingsbarns beach this weekend. They had the tastiest shivery bites from Harbour Burger Kingsbarns – the dogs were very jealous but they got treats too! Have you enjoyed any Scottish adventures lately? Share them with #outandaboutscotland.

Rachel and family enjoyed a sunny day at Kingsbarns beach this weekend. They had the tastiest shivery bites from Harbour Burger Kingsbarns – the dogs were very jealous but they got treats too!

Have you enjoyed any Scottish adventures lately? Share them with #outandaboutscotland.
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It's time for the #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek! The thistle has been associated with Scotland since the 13th century. #scotland #scottish

It's time for the #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek!

The thistle has been associated with Scotland since the 13th century.

#scotland #scottish
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The setting sun might make Scotland even more beautiful than usual! Where's your favourite spot to enjoy the longer evenings? 📍 The Church of the Holy Rude and Cowane's Hospital 📷 @/jamie.taylor.photography on Instagram

The setting sun might make Scotland even more beautiful than usual! Where's your favourite spot to enjoy the longer evenings?

📍 The Church of the Holy Rude and Cowane's Hospital
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#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is bumfled! (pronounced /ˈbʌmfəld/) This typically describes a wrinkled piece of clothing, and can be said of someone who looks untidy. Example sentence: "His troosers are aw bumfled!" #scottishwords #scotslanguage

#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is bumfled! (pronounced /ˈbʌmfəld/)

This typically describes a wrinkled piece of clothing, and can be said of someone who looks untidy. Example sentence: "His troosers are aw bumfled!"

#scottishwords #scotslanguage
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Are you ready for another #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek? An Act of the Scottish Parliament in 1672 declared the Lion Rampant the exclusive property of the Sovereign! #scotland #scottish

Are you ready for another #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek?

An Act of the Scottish Parliament in 1672 declared the Lion Rampant the exclusive property of the Sovereign!

#scotland #scottish
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#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is press! (pronounced /prɛs/) This word refers to a cupboard, typically in a wall recess. Example sentence: "Can ye put the towels in the press?" #scottishwords #scotslanguage

#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is press! (pronounced /prɛs/)

This word refers to a cupboard, typically in a wall recess. Example sentence: "Can ye put the towels in the press?"

#scottishwords #scotslanguage
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We're back with another #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek! Around 200 people live on this beautiful Scottish island. #scotland #scottish

We're back with another #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek!

Around 200 people live on this beautiful Scottish island.

#scotland #scottish
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#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is bolt! This is a playful instruction meaning "go away". Example sentence: "Yer aff yer heid! Bolt, ya rocket!". Translation: "You're out of your mind! Get lost, you maniac!" #scottishwords #scotslanguage

#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is bolt! 

This is a playful instruction meaning "go away".
Example sentence: "Yer aff yer heid! Bolt, ya rocket!". Translation: "You're out of your mind! Get lost, you maniac!"

#scottishwords #scotslanguage