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maet hale

adjectivepeople

healthy, well-fed, hearty appetite

robust and well-nourished; exhibiting a healthy, hearty appetite

Example in use

Da bairn's aw maet hale efter tucker.

Pronunciation

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/MAYT-HAYL/

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Origin & context

scotscurrentwarm

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