Futret

It causes much debate whether it should also include ferret. We at Doric Phrases add our knowledge to the argument that it doesn't!

Futret can also be used in a derogatory way meaning devious and is a fine North-East alternative to the Scots word Sleekit. As an example:

Aat loon stannin aire is acting in a futret wye.

Which translates as That boy standing there is acting in a devious way.

It is sometimes spelt Futtret.

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