Gantin

Gantin

GANT-in หˆษกantษชn
Adjective

Smelly/really wanting something.

Example Sentences

"That's pure gantin!"
"Am gantin for a pint."

Etymology & History

Scots word with dual meaning: smelly/disgusting, or desperately wanting something. From "gant" (to yawn, gape). The "wanting" sense suggests a gaping need.

Word Details

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Region
Scotland
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Era
1700s
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Language
none
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Formality
informal
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