(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 2:54:53

Scotch"man (?), n.; pl. Scotchmen ().

1.

A native or inhabitant of Scotland; a Scot; a Scotsman.

2. Naut.

A piece of wood or stiff hide placed over shrouds and other rigging to prevent chafe by the running gear.

Ham. Nav. Encyc.

 

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