Bletherskite

Bletherskite

BLETH-er-skite ˈblɛðərskaɪt
Noun

To talk rubbish.

Etymology & History

From "blether" (idle talk) combined with "skite" (to slide or scatter). Refers to someone who talks nonsense. Documented in Scots literature since the 18th century.

Word Details

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Region
Scotland
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Era
1700s
Language
none
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Formality
informal

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