General
swatch
What does swatch mean?
A look or glance; 'gie's a swatch' means let me see.
"Gie's a swatch o' yer new phone."
Origin
Scots, an old sense of 'swatch' (a sample), extended to a look.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'swatch' mean in Scots?
It means a quick look or glance. 'Gie's a swatch' means 'let me see' or 'give me a look'.
How do you use 'swatch'?
When asking to see something, e.g. 'Gie's a swatch o' yer new phone'.
Where does the Scots 'swatch' come from?
It comes from an older sense of 'swatch' meaning a sample, extended in Scots to mean a look at something.
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