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aff

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Shetland form of 'off'

Shetland form of 'off' — away or away from; used alone or in set phrases to indicate leaving/removal, abating (of sea or wind), speaking at length, mocking, waiting, or being taken aback.

Example in use

“She's aff tae da shop.”

Pronunciation

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/AFF/

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Origin & context

scotscurrentneutral

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