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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II). Includes material from the 1976 and 2005 supplements.
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BRIDIE, Brydie, n. Also bradie, braddie. Also Forfar bridie, Farfar bridie. A kind of pie made with a circle of pastry folded over with a filling of meat, onion etc, originally made in Forfar, Angus, but now known and made in most parts of Scot. [′brəidi Ags.; ′bradi, ′bredi Abd.]Sc. 1995 Daily Record 3 Feb 67:
... We got Robson from Insch Amateurs for a pint and a braddie (bridie). Sc. 2000 Herald 19 Oct 2:
There are men in cheap leather jackets and women in bad make-up and whose faces tell of life on Kensitas, Buckfast, and bridies. Mry.1 (Lossiemouth) 1925:
Bridie, Brydie, a pie made of minced meat; the paste is turned over the mince.Abd. 1833 Abd. Shaver (Oct. 17) 13:
James Torry is about to introduce a famed sort of Pye, in Edinburgh called Forfar Bridies. Abd. 1988:
Bradies still available in Aberdeen. Good ones from Gordon's in Dee Street. Ags. 1896 Barrie Sentimental Tommy ix.:
In the grander houses "bridies," which are a sublime kind of pie.Ags. 1912 A. Reid Forfar Worthies x.:
Bridie, the name given to the delightful pies still known everywhere as Forfar Bridies. This sort of pie consists of a circle of dough on the half of which are placed the little cubes of steak, the chopped "ingans," and the seasoning, whose combination, when cooked, is so appetising. Ags. 1934 A. H. Rea Corner o' the Field 131:
For we gaed to Willie Dakers, A very prince o' bakers' He turned oot Forfar bridies by the score.Ags. 1999 Courier 3 Dec :
This shop was at one time owned by Margaret Bridie, the original maker of the Forfar Bridie, and her headstone can be found in the churchyard.". em.Sc. 1997 Ian Rankin Black & Blue (1999) 51:
He'd laughed again, bought her tea and a bridie at a late-opening café. Per. 2004:
If ye want a guid Farfar bridie, try the Carnoustie Copie.Gsw. 1998 Alan Spence Way to Go (1999) 22:
She peeled back the lid of the box, showed me. Two little triangular pasties, gold-brown. ... I leaned across and took one. It still felt slightly warm. It smelled like the Indian grocer's.
'Kind of Indian bridie.'
[Appar. a reduced dim. form of bride's pie s.v. Bride, n., (8), the recipe being commercialised by Forfar bakers as a speciality.]
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BRIDIE, Brydie, n. Also bradie, braddie. Also Forfar bridie, Farfar bridie. A kind of pie made with a circle of pastry folded over with a filling of meat, onion etc, originally made in Forfar, Angus, but now known and made in most parts of Scot. [ ′brəidi Ags.; ′bradi, ′bredi Abd.]
What is a Bridie in Scotland? ›
A Forfar Bridie is a horseshoe-shaped meat product. It has a shortcrust cover and the filling consists of beef, onions and seasoning. The Famous Forfar Bridie. They originated in the early part of the 19th century.
What is the best Scots dictionary? ›
The Concise Scots Dictionary (Scots Language Dictionaries)
What is an Irish Bridie? ›
The filling of a bridie consists of minced steak, butter, and beef suet seasoned with salt and pepper. It is sometimes made with minced onions. Before being baked, the bridie's filling is placed on pastry dough, which is then folded into a semi-circular shape; finally, the edges are crimped.
How to pronounce Bridie's Irish name? ›
Break 'bridie' down into sounds: [BRY] + [DEE] - say it out loud and exaggerate the sounds until you can consistently produce them. Record yourself saying 'bridie' in full sentences, then watch yourself and listen. You'll be able to mark your mistakes quite easily.
What is the most Scottish girls name? ›
The most popular names in Scotland for 2023 are Isla and Luca. Along with Isla, the top Scottish girl names include Olivia, Freya, Emily, and Amelia. Along with Luca, the top Scottish boy names include Noah, Leo, Jack, and Harris.
What is the national drink of Scotland? ›
WHAT IS SCOTLAND'S NATIONAL DRINK? Whisky! (Although IRN BRU likes to think of itself as Scotland's 'other national drink' too).
What is the difference between a pastie and a bridie? ›
While Cornish pasties are made with shortcrust pastry, most bridies are made with flaky pastry. Though bridies in Forfar are also made with shortcrust pastry, they tend to be a little softer. Unlike pasties, bridies do not contain potatoes - they are filled with minced steak, beef suet, and sometimes onions.
What is a Scottish pie called? ›
Also known as mutton pies, these have a very long history. In the middle ages, they were frowned upon by the Scottish church, viewed as luxurious, decadent English-style food.
What is the most famous Scottish word? ›
Sleekit. Sleekit is one of the best-known Scots words, thanks to our National Bard Robert Burns using it to describe a field mouse. In a sentence: “Wee, sleekit, cow'rin, tim'rous beastie.” In English: “Small, sly, cowering, fearful animal.”
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Is bridie a Catholic name? ›
Throughout history, the name Bridie has been used to honor the revered Saint Brd, also known as Saint Brigid of Ireland. Saint Brd was a 5th-century Irish Christian nun who founded several convents across Ireland. She is celebrated for her compassion, miracles, and devotion to education and the arts.
What does bridie mean in Gaelic? ›
Bridie is a feminine name of Irish origin that stems from the name Brigid, meaning “exalted one; fire goddess; power, strength, vigor; virtue.” Bridie is light and lovely, with a background steeped in Celtic mysticism.
What does a bridie look like? ›
A Scottish Bridie is simple hand-held meat pie made in a horseshoe shape. It usually contains beef, and sometimes onion, and a few various seasonings.
What is the origin of Bridie? ›
The name Bridie has deep roots in Irish culture and is derived from the Irish name Brd, which means exalted or lofty. This name has a rich historical significance and exemplifies the importance of Gaelic naming traditions. In ancient Irish mythology, Brd was associated with the goddess of fire, poetry, and wisdom.
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What is a goldie in Scottish slang? ›
wee goldie An affectionate term for a glass of whisky: 'Ah'm fur a wee goldie this time.
