15 old Edinburgh words and phrases that are in danger of dying out

Edinburgh has a very colourful set of words and phrases - however, as the times change, our slang changes too, and some of our vocabulary is in danger of falling out of fashion.

Do you still use any of these words and phrases?

1. Edinburgh

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2. Chore

Meaning: To steal something. Example: “My bike just got chored.” Photo: Shutterstock

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3. Shan

Meaning: Unfair, or a shame. Example: “Mary was meant to come out with us tonight, but she’s ditched us for her new boyfriend.” “That’s well shan.” Photo: Shutterstock