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Dander
Ulster Scots Ulster
A leisurely walk or stroll, usually taken for pleasure or fresh air. To take such a walk. Implies a gentle, unhurried pace.
EXAMPLE USAGE
"Fancy a wee dander down to the shore before tea?"
ETYMOLOGY
From Scots "dander," possibly related to "dandle" (to move up and down).
HISTORICAL NOTES
Particularly strong in Ulster usage, reflecting the Scottish influence on Northern Irish dialect. The word carries connotations of social connection and gentle exercise.
RELATED WORDS
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