philibeg

Meanings

• noun

  A type of Scottish kilt with pleats at the front and back, also known as a 'Folded Kilt' or 'Folded Pleat Kilt'.

  - "The philibeg is a traditional Scottish garment."
  - "He wore a philibeg for the Highland Games."

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Variants

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philippic , philippics

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Etymology

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From the Scottish Gaelic 'pheòl-beag' meaning 'little fold' or 'small pleat'.

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Trivia

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1. The philibeg was originally worn without a belt or sash, allowing the pleats to be easily folded and unfolded.

2. The philibeg became popular outside of Scotland during the Victorian era, when Scottish culture and traditions gained popularity in Europe and North America.

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Related Concepts

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1. kilt: A traditional Scottish garment made of pleated fabric, typically worn with a tartan pattern.

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Culture

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The philibeg is a significant part of Scottish culture and is often worn during traditional events and celebrations. It is believed to have originated in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.

How to Memorize "philibeg"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a Scottish man wearing a traditional kilt with pleats at the front and back. Imagine the pleats being folded and secured with a belt or sash.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the philibeg with Scotland, Highland Games, and traditional Scottish culture.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'philibeg' starts with the same letters as 'pleats in a kilt'.

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