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wapinschaw

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˈwɑpɪnʃɔː/

1

noun

Meaning 1

An exhibition of weapons, according to the rank of the individual, by all persons bearing arms; formerly made at certain seasons in each district.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Scotland, historical

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2

noun

Meaning 2

A volunteer meeting or shooting competition inspired by this traditional exhibition of weapons.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Scotland, historical

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History

Etymology

From Scots [Term?], ultimately from Old English. See weapon and show.

Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Dutch: wapenschouw — exhibition of weapons
  • Swedish: vapensyn — exhibition of weapons