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We've celebrated Scotland's rich heritage and promoted its bright future since 1739. Tag #OutAndAboutScotland to join the conversation. #ScotSpirit

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It's time for our #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek!

Scotland's official association with unicorns can be traced to the 1500s, when they first appeared on the royal coat of arms.

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#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is bolt!

This is a playful instruction meaning "go away".
Example sentence: "Yer aff yer heid! Bolt, ya rocket!". Translation: "You're out of your mind! Get lost, you maniac!"

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We're back with another #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek!

Around 200 people live on this beautiful Scottish island.

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#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is press! (pronounced /prɛs/)

This word refers to a cupboard, typically in a wall recess. Example sentence: "Can ye put the towels in the press?"

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Are you ready for another #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek?

An Act of the Scottish Parliament in 1672 declared the Lion Rampant the exclusive property of the Sovereign!

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#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is bumfled! (pronounced /ˈbʌmfəld/)

This typically describes a wrinkled piece of clothing, and can be said of someone who looks untidy. Example sentence: "His troosers are aw bumfled!"

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The setting sun might make Scotland even more beautiful than usual! Where's your favourite spot to enjoy the longer evenings?

📍 The Church of the Holy Rude and Cowane's Hospital
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It's time for the #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek!

The thistle has been associated with Scotland since the 13th century.

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Happy #coosday from the handsome Dougal!

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Rachel and family enjoyed a sunny day at Kingsbarns beach this weekend. They had the tastiest shivery bites from Harbour Burger Kingsbarns – the dogs were very jealous but they got treats too!

Have you enjoyed any Scottish adventures lately? Share them with #outandaboutscotland.

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#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is hirple! (pronouced /ˈhɪrp(ə)l/)

This verb means to hobble or limp. Example sentence: "I had to hirple home after I twisted my ankle."

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A sunny day puts us in the mood for adventures!
If you could explore anywhere in Scotland, where would you go?

📍 Duart Castle, Isle of Mull
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We're back with another #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek 🙌

Did you know that Falkirk's directors travelled by train to pay West Ham United in cash?

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@Cristin55844431 Hi Cristina, these are stunning! We especially love the third image with the rockpools and blue sky. Do we have your permission to publish it in our #OutAndAboutScotland pages? If so, please can you send it in a direct message? We'll credit your handle of course 🙂 Thank you!

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Happy #coosday from this moo-some twosome!

📷 Kath Flannery, DC Thomson

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@ProfEspie This is a beautiful shot! Do we have your permission to publish it in The Scots Magazine's #OutAndAboutScotland pages? If so, please can you send it in a direct message? We'll credit your handle of course 🙂 Thank you!

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Handsome Storm has been enjoying the beautiful bluebells on his walks with our Editor, Robert, lately!

Did you have any Scottish adventures this weekend? Share them with #outandaboutscotland for a chance to be featured in the magazine.

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#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is drouth! (pronounced /druːθ/)

This noun can refer to thirst – particularly for alcohol! – or a dry spell of weather.

Robert Burns refers to "drouthy neebors" in his poem "Tam o' Shanter", meaning "thirsty neighbours".

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