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OP Can anyone tell me the etymology of the English word "galoot"? The several dictionaries I've consulted, on and off-line, all say "etymology unknown." I had rather thought it to derive from one of the Scandinavian languages as it is a word most often heard around Seattle in the mouths of the Swedish and Norwegian fishermen who live in the vicinity of Ballard. It is a wonderful word, tasting a bit like what it means, and it has to have come from somewhere!
Entire Thread Subject Posted By Posted Galoot Father Steve 10/03/00 05:32 PM Re: Galoot Max Quordlepleen 10/03/00 08:02 PM New Zealand Galoots Father Steve 10/03/00 08:17 PM Re: New Zealand Galoots Max Quordlepleen 10/03/00 08:39 PM Re: Galoot Father Steve 10/06/00 04:06 PM Re: Galoot Max Quordlepleen 10/06/00 07:26 PM
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