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lassie

/ˈlæsi/

Meanings
  • noun

    Young Scottish girl

    - "The lassie played the fiddle beautifully."
    - "The lassie from Glasgow was very kind."

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lassie , lassies
Etymology
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From the Scottish word 'lass', meaning 'young girl'.


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  1. The term 'lassie' is often used in the title of Scottish literature and poetry, such as 'The Lassie of Glocca Morra' and 'The Lassie and the Lion'.

  2. In the novel 'Anne of Green Gables', the character Anne Shirley is referred to as a 'lassie' by Marilla Cuthbert.

  3. The term 'lassie' is also used in the popular Scottish Terrier breed, which is often referred to as a 'Scottish Lassie'.


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  1. lass: Older form of 'lassie', meaning 'young girl'.


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In Scottish literature and folklore, the term 'lassie' is often used to describe young girls, especially those from Scotland. It is a term of endearment and is used frequently in poetry and song.

How to Memorize "lassie"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a young Scottish girl with red hair and a tartan skirt.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'lassie' with the image of a young girl playing the bagpipes.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Lassie' stands for 'Lovely And Scottish Sweetheart In Traditional Scottish Environment'.


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