Scots
Americannoun
adjective
adjective
noun
Commonly Confused
See Scotch.
Etymology
Origin of Scots
1325–75; syncopated form of Scottis, Middle English, variant (north) of Scottish
Example Sentences
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"Why is it so expensive because it's in the States? It's making us look bad a little bit," said Andrew Pollock, CEO of the Scots American Club.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
"Soccer is supposed to bring people together," said Sean McDonald, a member of the Scots American Club, which is linked to the historic Kearny Scots soccer team founded in 1895.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
As early as 1753, someone known only by his initials, C.M., had proposed in the Scots Magazine that electricity could be used to send messages down a wire.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026
Data protection laws say people can claim compensation from any organisation that breaches Scots law, including for any damage or distress caused.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
When he played guid old Scots tunes, that was.
From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong
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