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Definition of scottie
scottie
/ˈskɑː.ti/
scot · tie
Plural:scotties
scottie Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
7
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
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• noun
1
A small, sturdy breed of domestic dog originating in Scotland (also known as a Scottish Terrier), characterized by short legs, erect ears, a wiry dark or wheaten coat, and a prominent bearded muzzle.
Example
"The energetic scottie trotted down the sidewalk, its bushy eyebrows twitching at every passing squirrel."
2
An informal or affectionate term for a native or inhabitant of Scotland.
Example
"Normally capitalized as Scottie, the nickname was used affectionately among his fellow sailors."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in the late 19th century as a diminutive of Scottish (terrier) or Scot, using the affectionate suffix -ie.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Scottie. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/scottie