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gaa bursen

verbbody

Become breathless from hard exertion

To become breathless or pant heavily from intense physical exertion.

Example in use

Ah'm gaa bursen efter rinnin doon the brae.

Pronunciation

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/GAH-BUR-sen/

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Origin & context

scotscurrentneutral

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