Architecture The Devil Is In The Detail

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wildman · 10-01-2016, 01:11 PM

"Old Fishmarket Close.

Just wondering if I understand the use of this word correctly in this case - "Close"
Scottish slang for An alleyway, a passage at the rear of houses. The passageway leading into a tenement building etc?

**Kerrowdown** · 10-01-2016, 01:13 PM

Originally posted by wildman

"Old Fishmarket Close.

Just wondering if I understand the use of this word correctly - "Close"
Scottish slang for An alleyway, a passage at the rear of houses. The passageway leading into a tenement building etc?

Yep, you're spot on my man.

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10-01-2016, 01:11 PM	#2
wildman Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Flyover America Posts: 4,469	"Old Fishmarket Close. Just wondering if I understand the use of this word correctly in this case - "Close" Scottish slang for An alleyway, a passage at the rear of houses. The passageway leading into a tenement building etc?

10-01-2016, 01:13 PM	#3
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,863 Original Poster	Originally posted by wildman "Old Fishmarket Close. Just wondering if I understand the use of this word correctly - "Close" Scottish slang for An alleyway, a passage at the rear of houses. The passageway leading into a tenement building etc? Yep, you're spot on my man.