Lowlander

[ loh-luhn-der, -lan- ]

noun

1. a native of the Lowlands.
2. (lowercase) an inhabitant of a lowland or lowlands.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Lowlander¹

First recorded in 1685–95; lowland + -er ¹

Example Sentences

The fiery spirit of the Gael and the dogged endurance of the Lowlander had added new glory to the fighting fame of Scotland.

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Here he found the Bailie high in dispute with his quondam friend, the Lowlander Galbraith.

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Sassenach, sas′e-nah, n. a Saxon: an Englishman: a Lowlander.

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The Lowlander was by no means content with this security, but did not think it safe to dispute Rob's injunctions.

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Every step of each is a combination of a lift and a push; but the mountaineer lifts more and the lowlander pushes more.

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