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johnsmas foy

nounsea

Midsummer feast by Dutch fishermen

A traditional feast or gathering held by Dutch fishermen around Midsummer (24 June) to mark the beginning of the herring season.

Example in use

Ah'm gaen tae the johnsmas foy.

Pronunciation

Say it like this

/JONZ-MAS-FOY/

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scotsolderwarm

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