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noun
An addition to income tax payable only by those in Scotland as a result of the Scottish variable rate.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK, derogatory
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History
Coined by Michael Forsyth, Baron Forsyth of Drumlean, in reference to the tartans traditionally worn by Scottish clans.
