gorbal
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A person from the Gorbals area of Glasgow
- noun
- /ˈɡɔːbəl/
- Slang
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gorbalsiano (informal)
- Many gorbals have strong ties to their local community.
Examples
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He is a proud gorbal from Glasgow.
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He grew up as a proud gorbal in the south side of Glasgow.
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The term gorbal is often used affectionately among Glasgow residents.
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Many gorbals have a strong sense of community.
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Growing up, he identified as a gorbal, proud of his roots and the community spirit of his neighborhood.
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Many people in Glasgow view the gorbal culture as vibrant and full of life.
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She shared stories about the struggles and triumphs of being a gorbal in the heart of the city.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Gorbal is a name for a person from the Glasgow area Gorbals, like calling someone a 'New Yorker' or 'Londoner', so it means a person who comes from that district.