gillies
Scottish outdoor servants
Gillies is the plural of gillie, a Scottish term for an attendant who assists anglers or hunters in the Highlands.
The gillie carries equipment, guides through terrain, and offers expertise on local conditions: We hired gillies for the salmon fishing.
The word also refers to a type of laced shoe or boot worn for Scottish dancing.
Professional angling companion
- hunting guideProfessional who leads sportsmen
- gamekeeperEstate wildlife manager
- sportsmanFair-minded athletic competitor
- anglerOne who casts lines
tackle · fly-fishing · rod · reel · cast · trout · salmon · stream
fishing guide
Professional angling companion
- hunting guideProfessional who leads sportsmen
- gamekeeperEstate wildlife manager
- sportsmanFair-minded athletic competitor
angler · tackle · fly-fishing · rod · reel · cast · trout · salmon · stream · waders
Highlands
Named elevated regions
ceilidh · heather · loch · estate · clan · brogue · sporran · whisky
valet
Personal servant or parker
- aideSupporting staff member
- attendantOne who assists others
- manservantMale domestic employee
helper · footman · steward · butler · equerry · batman · orderly · page · squire · domestic
gillieshiking boots
Sturdy footwear for trails
combat boots · work boots · steel-toed boots · mountaineering boots · army boots
gillieshigh heels
Elevated women's shoes
stilettos · oxfords · dress shoes · pumps · wingtips
gillieshiking boots
Sturdy footwear for trails
work boots · galoshes · rubber boots · waders · snow boots