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gillie

gillie

9.9
A young man who helps a Highland chief during hunts and carries his gear
  • noun
  • /ˈɡɪli/
  • UK
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  • The young gillie carried the chief's rifle across the rugged moorland.

Examples

  • Historically, a gillie would also handle the chief's horse and other duties.

  • Each Highland chief was accompanied by a trusted gillie during the deer hunt.

  • The young gillie carried the chief's rifle.

  • Many gillies assist during the hunting season.

  • The gillie carried the chief's weapons during the hunting expedition in the Highlands.

  • As the gillie prepared the fishing gear, the chief shared stories of past adventures.

  • When the hunt began, the young gillie stayed close, ready to assist the chief whenever needed.

Synonyms

ghili
vsgillie
  • UK
9.9

A person who guides people on fishing and hunting trips

is a young servant who serves a Highland chief and carries weapons during hunts

Surface Forms

gillie singular
gillies plural

Etymology

Gillie (attendant) comes from the Gaelic word gille, which means 'lad' or 'servant'. That's why a gillie was a young helper who carried gear and helped a Highland chief during hunts.