General
drouth
What does drouth mean?
A thirst, or a drought; also a habitual drinker ('an auld drouth').
"I've a fair drouth on me efter that walk."
Origin
Scots, from Old English 'drūgað' (dryness).
Frequently asked questions
What does 'drouth' mean?
It means a thirst or a drought. In Scots it can also describe a habitual drinker, as in 'an auld drouth'.
How do you use 'drouth' in a sentence?
You might say 'I've a fair drouth on me' to mean you're very thirsty, especially after work or a long walk.
Where does 'drouth' come from?
It's a Scots word from Old English 'drūgað', meaning dryness — the same root that gives English 'drought'.
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