highlander

/ˈhaɪlændər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person from the Scottish Highlands, especially one who is proud of their heritage.

“The highlander wore a traditional kilt to the cultural festival.”

2. noun

A person who fights or competes in a highland games event, such as caber tossing.

“The highlander took home the prize in the caber toss competition.”

3. noun

In science fiction, a being from a future time period, especially in the TV show Highlander, who is immortal and has supernatural abilities.

“The highlander lived for centuries, witnessing the rise and fall of civilizations.”

4. verb

To move or travel from a lower to a higher place or position, especially in the context of mountainous terrain.

“The hikers highlanded up the steep mountain trail.”

Synonyms

  • Highlander
  • Gael
  • Scot

Antonyms

  • flatlander
  • lowlander