Town on the Scottish border where couples could get a quick marriage Las Vegas style. To go ‘Gretna Green’ is to allope.
Gretna Green
Example Sentences
"That's a proper Gretna Green, that is."
"I've never seen such a Gretna Green in all my life."
Etymology & History
Scottish English term that reflects Scotland's distinct linguistic heritage, influenced by Scots language and Gaelic. Many Scottish expressions have been adopted into wider British English while remaining particularly associated with Scotland.
Word Details
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Region
Scottish
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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