corrag

Scottish Gaelic

Etymology

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Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈkʰɔrˠak/

Noun

corrag f (genitive singular corraig or corraige, plural corragan)

1. finger

   Synonym: meur

   1. forefinger, index finger

      Synonym: sgealbag

2. toe

Usage notes

• When it is necessary to specify whether a finger or a toe is meant, it is done by creating a compound with the genitive of làimh (“hand”) → corrag-làimhe or cas (“foot”) → corrag-coise.

Further reading

• Edward Dwelly (1911), “corrag”, in Faclair Gàidhlig gu Beurla le Dealbhan [The Illustrated Gaelic–English Dictionary], 10th edition, Edinburgh: Birlinn Limited, →ISBN