English Explanatory Dictionary

Burns night

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An event held on or around the evening of 25th January in celebration of the Scottish poet and lyricist Robert Burns (born on that day in 1759), usually involving Scottish foods and recitals of his poetry.
name
  1. Alternative letter-case form of Burns night.

Pronunciation

/ˈbɜːns naɪt/ /ˈbɝns naɪt/ en-au-Burns night.ogg

Word forms

Burns night Burns nights

Etymology

From the name of Scottish poet and lyricist Robert Burns (1759–1796) + night.

Related words

Burns supper haggis
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