kilt
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /kɪlt/
KK: /kɪlt/
noun
Definition
A knee-length skirt with pleats, often made of tartan fabric, traditionally worn by men in Scotland.
Example
He wore a kilt to the wedding, showcasing his Scottish heritage.
Conversation
Have you ever seen someone wear a kilt in person?
Yeah, I saw one at a Scottish festival last year!
I think they look really stylish and unique.
For sure! The patterns on a kilt are always so colorful.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
skirt
garment
tartan
Antonyms
pants
shorts
trousers
transitive verb
Definition
To tuck up something around the body, often referring to clothing.
Example
She kilts her dress to keep it from dragging on the ground.
Tense Forms
Past: kilted
Past Participle: kilted
Conversation
Did you see how he kilt his jacket before the performance?
Yeah, it looked really stylish on him!
I might try to kilt my shirt like that for the party.
Root Explanation
The word 'kilt' originates from the Scots language, derived from the Old Norse word 'kilta', meaning to tuck up or to gather. It refers to a traditional Scottish garment worn by men, typically made of tartan fabric and pleated at the back.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old Norse word 'kilta', which means to tuck up, helping you remember that a kilt is a garment that is gathered and pleated.
Visually Confused Words
kit
kil
skilts
kidlet
khilat