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Words collected in Skye and Uist, 19th or early 20th century

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Identifier: Coll-98/3/2/11

Scope and Contents

A list of words in alphabetical order, that were collected on the islands of Skye and Uist (presumably Benbecula, Grimsay, North Uist, and South Uist). It is not known who the collector was, or what this document was used for (a dictionary, a dialect survey, a lecture, etc.).

The list starts as "adhar"; the translation of which is unintelligible.

The list ends at "ullarthuis", which apparently translates to English as 'mixed, through, or other'.

Dates

  • Creation: 19th or early 20th century

Language of Materials

Original words and terms in Scottish Gaelic

Translations and explanations in English

Physical Description

The pages are in excellent condition. The ink is unfaded, and the handwriting is very clear for the most part.

Conditions Governing Access

Open. Please contact the repository in advance.

Extent

1 file

Previous reference

Mackinnon C.10(20)

Physical Description

The pages are in excellent condition. The ink is unfaded, and the handwriting is very clear for the most part.

Physical Facet

Material: Paper

Binding: None; maintained together in a modern paper envelope

Dimensions

20.6 cm x 26.2 cm

Repository Details

Part of the University of Edinburgh Library Heritage Collections Repository

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Centre for Research Collections
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