Blootered

Blootered

BLOO-terd ˈbluːtərd
Adjective

Drunk.

Etymology & History

Scottish slang for intoxicated, possibly from "blooter" meaning to hit or strike hard. The term suggests being "hit" by alcohol. Common in Scottish vernacular since the early 20th century.

Word Details

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Region
Scotland
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Era
1900s
Language
none
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Formality
informal

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