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Meaning of Hogmanay in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions
  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈhɑɡməˌneɪ/

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  1. Noun

    Hogmanay

    Etymology

    early 17th century: perhaps from hoguinané, Norman French form of Old French aguillanneuf‘last day of the year, new year's gift’

    Definitions

    1. New Year's Eve in Scotland

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