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cuilean

used in an addressing term: Tha, a’ chuilein. – yes, friend? Mo chuilean gaolach. [NOTES: both on one slip. Definition: Puppy; also – a term of endearment.]

Location: Na Hearadh, Scalpaigh [Harris,Scalpay]
Category: Measgaichte / Miscellaneous

cuilean

Quotation: A chuilein! Notes: used as term of respect < cù.

Origin: Skye
Category: Measgaichte / Miscellaneous

là

Quot.: “Là a’ chuilein”. Note: 3rd of February. (Put also under cuilean.)

Origin: [Ness]
Category: Measgaichte / Miscellaneous