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gillie

/ˈɡɪli/ noun · British & US
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What does gillie mean?

noun

A gillie is a person who assists a fisherman, especially one who helps to_SCAN the river or loch for fish. A gillie may also refer to a person who guides or assists a hunter.

Example

"The gillie helped the angler to cast his line into the river."

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