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STV News
3 days ago
- General
- STV News
'Skooshy', 'shoogly' and 'hoaching' among words added to Oxford English Dictionary
The Oxford English Dictionary has announced its latest update, which includes classic Scottish words and phrases such as 'skooshy' and 'shoogly'. The Glasgow Subway made headlines earlier this year when passenger complaints about rough journeys led its operator to make a significant investment to improve the stability of its new fleet of trains. The new train carriages were most often described using the adjective 'shoogly,' which is a word used in Scotland to mean 'unstable' or 'wobbly.' Oxford University Press said the word has been used as far back as 1822 and is derived from the addition of the—y suffix to the verb shoogle, 'to shake.' It is also used in the figurative expression on a shoogly peg or on a shoogly nail, meaning 'in a precarious or insecure situation'. Another Scottish adjective, 'skooshy', has also been added to the dictionary in the latest update, and applies to anything that squirts or can be squirted. Formed by adding the—y suffix to the verb to skoosh, which means to 'gush or squirt,' it is now more often used in the phrase 'skooshy cream', which is what Scots call whipped cream squirted from an aerosol can. Scottish adjection 'hoaching' has also been added in this update which means swarming, thronging, or crowded, and figuratively, turbulent. Also formed by derivation, it combines the verb hotch 'to swarm' with the -ing suffix Although OED editors have been able to find a first quotation for this word dating as far back as 1797, from a piece by the Scottish poet Thomas Mounsey Cunningham published in the December issue of Edinburgh Magazine, it seems to have been rarely used before the late 20th century. A 'beamer', which dates back to 1964, is a Scottish colloquial term for a flushed or blushing face, especially one resulting from embarrassment, hence its additional extended meaning of a humiliating, shameful, or embarrassing situation or circumstance. The Oxford University Press added that 'a beamer' should not be confused with a bummer, another Scottish phrase added in this update. The word ' a bummer' in Scotland is a person in a position of authority or prominence. Used chiefly in the expression head bummer or heid bummer, it sometimes carries the sarcastic or humorous implication of pomposity or officiousness. The bum to which the -er suffix has been added is a verb imitative of a booming or droning sound, which later developed a specifically Scottish and Northern Irish meaning of boasting or bragging. The phrase 'aye right,' which dates back to 1991 and is used ironically to express contempt or incredulity regarding a preceding statement, has also been added. A few of Scotland's favourite breakfast foods have also recently been added to the OED, including 'a square sausage' and 'a lorne sausage'. OED said the origin of the term is uncertain. Lorne could refer to a region of Argyll in the western Highlands of Scotland or to the Marquess of Lorne, later ninth Duke of Argyll, whose marriage to Princess Louise, fourth daughter of Queen Victoria, in 1871 was the occasion of much national celebration. The chronology shows that the frequently suggested derivation from the name of the Scottish music-hall comedian Tommy Lorne is incorrect. The classic 'tattie scone' and 'a morning roll' also made the cut of breakfast items added to the OED. The Scottish and Northern Irish phrase 'play piece,' which dates back to 1957 and describes a snack eaten by children during their morning break time, has also been added. The full list of Scottish English words added in this update is as follows: aye, right, phrase in aye, adv.2 and n.2chum, v.1hoaching, sausage, roll, sausage, scone, n. well-fired, adj. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Glasgow Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Subway strike to hit Sting's Glasgow Summer Sessions show
Glasgow Subway made an announcement indicating that services will be disrupted on June 25, the day Sting is set to perform at the Glasgow Summer Sessions in Bellahouston Park. They assured commuters that services will resume as normal on June 26. READ MORE: Hundreds of Glasgow pupils to get free school meals in child poverty initiative READ MORE: University staff to ballot for strike action over job cuts Glasgow Subway wrote on social media: "Due to industrial action, Subway customers are advised to make alternative travel arrangements on Wednesday, June 25 2025. "Full services will resume on Thursday, June 2,6 from 6.30am. "Apologies for any inconvenience. "Visit the link in bio for more information." Sting, known for hits such as Every Breath You Take and Roxanne, is set to take the stage on the day of the planned action. He was the first act announced for Glasgow's Summer Sessions lineup.
Glasgow Times
5 days ago
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow Subway news, interviews and updates
Operated by the Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT), it features a 15-station, single-loop underground light-metro. This unique system serves both Glasgow's city centre and West End. (Image: Archive) Read on for all the latest Glasgow Subway news, interviews and updates. Latest Glasgow Subway news As reported by the Glasgow Times, here is a selection of the latest Glasgow Subway news stories. Glasgow Subway issues warning ahead of Glasgow Summer Sessions Update issued ahead of Glasgow subway strike action Glasgow subway workers could strike over working conditions Where does the Glasgow Subway go? The Glasgow Subway map features a 10-mile circuit with 15 stations, connecting the West End and the city centre. The subway includes both an inner circle that runs anticlockwise and an outer circle that runs clockwise. (Image: Newsquest) The stations are: Bridge Street, Buchanan Street, Cessnock, Cowcaddens, Govan, Hillhead, Ibrox, Kelvinbridge, Kelvinhall, Kinning Park, Partick, Shields Road, St Enoch, St George's Cross, and West Street. Glasgow Subway timetable Glasgow's Subway runs from 6.30am to 11.40pm from Monday to Saturday and 10am to 6.12pm on Sunday. Trains come every four minutes at peak times and every six to eight minutes during off-peak times. A complete circuit of all 15 stations takes 24 minutes. Glasgow Subway tickets An adult single costs £1.85 while a return ticket is £3.50. To travel all day (unlimited), the ticket will cost £4.45. All ticket prices, including the Subway Smartcard, can be found here. Glasgow Subway card The Glasgow Subway offers commuters a money-saving option known as the Subway Smartcard. Go here to find out more information. Is there a Glasgow Subway park and ride? Parking options are provided at three Subway stations. These are Bridge Street, Kelvinbridge and Shields Road Subway stations. Park and Ride (all day parking and return Subway journey) costs £7.90. Short-term parking for 30 minutes is £1.05, parking for one hour costs £2.05, and for two hours is £3.10. Getting to the Ibrox from the subway Ibrox Stadium is easily accessible via the Subway, located just a short walk from the station. The Subway takes up to 15 minutes to travel on the Outer Circle from the city centre. What happened to the subway's old carriages? Glasgow's old fleet of subway trains were pulled in June 2024 after transporting passengers across the city for 44 years. The 1980 Metro-Cammell trains were famous for their orange exterior and retro interior becoming an iconic part of Glasgow heritage. Some carriages were bought by enthusiasts, like train legend Francis Bourgeois. Though he did reveal the cushions on the carriage had a 'mature urine smell'. If you'd like to see one yourself, we previously reported one of the trains will be preserved in the Riverside Transport Museum in the city.
Glasgow Times
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Councillor says Glasgow should look to Primavera Sound Festival
As Glasgow's Summer Sessions concerts in Bellahouston Park get underway today, Molyneux of the Scottish Greens, has called on the city to invest in a dedicated outdoor events space to take the pressure of holding major events off public parks. READ NEXT: Glasgow Subway issues warning ahead of Glasgow Summer Sessions (Image: Image: Newsquest) Bellahouston Park will see the Sex Pistols headline this weekend, with Sting, Simple Minds, and Stereophonics to follow over the next seven days, Crowds of up to 35,000 are expected for each show. July will then see Glasgow Green fenced off for TRNSMT festival, which will run between the 11th and 13th. Councillor Molyneux said the council and commercial partners should look to the success of the Primavera Sound festival in Barcelona, which takes place in a purpose-built events space called Parc del Forum, which also has dedicated bus and tram connections. (Image: Image: Newsquest) READ NEXT: Spanish bar where Ross Monaghan and Eddie Lyons shot reopens under new name Councillor Molyneux said: "Big events bring people into Glasgow and support our global reputation as a city of music, but having to rely on Glasgow Green and Bellahouston Park to host them does have an impact on citizens who have huge swathes of their parks fenced off for weeks at a time and then have areas that are badly damaged afterwards. Bellahouston is also slap bang in the middle of a residential area and the events put big strain on public transport as well as dozens of road closures. "The set up for Primavera Sound is totally different. It is in a purpose-built space which combines both indoor and outdoor venues that are able to support a wide variety of events all year round. "Something similar could be done using the land around the SEC, including its massive surface car park, all the way up to the Riverside Museum. If not there, then Glasgow is not exactly short of unused land, some of which is not suitable for building on, and this could also be integrated into plans for Clyde Metro. "If we believe parks should serve local communities as well as wanting to keep Glasgow on the musical map, I think this is something the Council and city partners should give consideration to."
Glasgow Times
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Drivers issued warning ahead of Glasgow Summer Sessions
Summer Sessions at Bellahouston Park will play host to the Punk All Dayer on June 21, Sting on June 25, Simple Minds on June 27 and Stereophonics on June 28. READ NEXT: Plans approved to transform former Glasgow pub site into student flats Ahead of the events, Traffic Scotland has said they expect traffic to be heavier than normal on the M77 and M8 leading to and from the event. They went on to say that local routes may also see an increase in traffic. In order to facilitate a safe egress for concert goers, the following sections of the M8 and M77 will be completely closed: M8, Junction 23 westbound off-slip M8, Junction 23 eastbound on-slip M77, Junction 1 northbound off-slip M77, Junction 1 southbound off-slip The closures will be in place between 9.30pm and 3am after each show. READ NEXT: Glasgow Subway issues warning ahead of Glasgow Summer Sessions It comes after we previously reported that Glasgow Subway announced that attendees must ensure they are at the station in plenty of time or have made alternative travel plans as they are operating a normal timetable. It means the Subway will start at 6.30am and will only run until 11.40pm on Saturday. For more information on the Summer Sessions, visit
