Baws

Baws

BAWS bɔːz
Noun

Testicles.

Example Sentences

"Ma baws are freezin!"
"Yer talkin pure baws."

Etymology & History

Scottish pronunciation of "balls." From Old Norse "böllr." The "aw" vowel sound is characteristic of Scots pronunciation.

Word Details

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Region
Scotland
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Era
1800s
Language
moderate
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Formality
very informal

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