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Webster 1913 Edition


Scotchman

Scotch′man

,
Noun.
;
pl.
Scotchmen
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1.
A native or inhabitant of Scotland; a Scot; a Scotsman.
2.
(Naut.)
A piece of wood or stiff hide placed over shrouds and other rigging to prevent chafe by the running gear.
Ham. Nav. Encyc.