Teuch, Tewch (adj. (adv.).

Also: teuche, teugh, tewche, tewgh, tewich, thewch, tuche, tuich, tugh, teoch, touch, tough, tuff.

1. Of a strong, pliable texture, not easily broken or torn; hard.
2. Sticky, viscous, glutinous, adherent.
3. Physically or mentally strong, tough, difficult to contend with, not easy to get the better of.
4. “To mak it teuch,” to make difficulties in some regard; to make a show of reluctance; to be obstinate or persistent about something.

This month’s Scots word was nominated by S3 pupil, Ramsay R. Thanks Ramsay! 😉

 

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Clishmaclaver Tip: This is where we get the less than complimentary word for highlander – teuchter – from. 😀 I’m a heilan lass an prood o it!