SCOT

n.

3 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
n.

A name for a horse. [Obs.] Chaucer.

2.
n.

A native or inhabitant of Scotland; a Scotsman, or Scotchman.

3.
n.

A portion of money assessed or paid; a tax or contribution; a mulct; a fine; a shot. Scot and lot, formerly, a parish assessment laid on subjects according to their ability. [Eng.] Cowell. Now, a phrase for obligations of every kind regarded collectivelly. Experienced men of the world know very well that it is best to pay scot and lot as they go along. Emerson.


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