General
muckle
What does muckle mean?
Large or great in size or amount; 'mony a mickle maks a muckle'.
"That's a muckle great hoose."
Origin
Scots, from Old English 'micel/mycel' (much, great).
Frequently asked questions
What does 'muckle' mean?
Big, large or much — the opposite of 'wee' or 'toaty'.
What does 'mony a mickle maks a muckle' mean?
It's a Scots proverb meaning many small amounts add up to a large one — small savings build up over time.
Where does 'muckle' come from?
From the Old English 'micel' or 'mycel', meaning much or great.
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