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Definition of glaswegian

glaswegian

/ɡlæzˈwiːdʒən/
Glas · we · gian
Plural:Glaswegians
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glaswegian Lexical Profile

• adjective

1

Relating to or characteristic of the Scottish city of Glasgow, its inhabitants, or their dialect.

Example

"The playwright is celebrated for his authentic portrayal of working-class Glaswegian life."

• noun

1

A native or inhabitant of Glasgow, a major port city in western Scotland.

Example

"Friendly Glaswegians were quick to offer the tourists directions to the Kelvingrove Art Gallery."

2

The distinctive variety of Scottish English and Scots spoken in and around the city of Glasgow.

Example

"His rapid-fire Glaswegian was initially difficult for visitors from outside Scotland to understand."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 18th century from Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland, with the suffix -egian modeled on words like Norwegian and Galwegian.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Glaswegian. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/glaswegian
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