callant Definition
a young man, especially one who is rough or rowdy.
Using callant: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "callant" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The callant was causing a disturbance in the park.
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He was a callant of sixteen when he first joined the army.
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The callant had a reputation for being a troublemaker.
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The group of callants were playing football in the street.
callant Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with callant
callant's dance
a Scottish folk dance performed by a group of young men
Example
The callant's dance was a highlight of the festival.
callant's fair
a traditional Scottish fair held in honor of St. Ronan
Example
The callant's fair is a popular event in the town.
callant's club
a social club for young men
Example
He was a member of the local callant's club.
Origins of callant
from Middle English 'caluant', meaning 'youthful, immature'
Summary: callant in Brief
'Callant' [ˈkælənt] refers to a young man, often with a rough or rowdy demeanor. It is commonly used in Scottish English and can be found in phrases like 'callant's dance' and 'callant's fair.'
