First Known Use: 14th century
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scot
noun \ˈskät\
Definition of SCOT
: money assessed or paid
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Origin of SCOT
Middle English, from Old Norse skot shot, contribution — more at shot
Scot
noun \ˈskät\
: a person born, raised, or living in Scotland
Full Definition of SCOT
2
a : a native or inhabitant of Scotland b : a person of Scottish descent
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Origin of SCOT
Middle English Scottes Scots, from Old English Scottas from Late Latin Scotus
First Known Use: before 12th century
SCOT Defined for Kids
Scot
noun \ˈskät\
Definition of SCOT for Kids
: a person born or living in Scotland
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