Scotland. See “[Scotia].”
Scotland Yard. On the site of the original Scotland Yard stood an ancient palace appropriated to the Scottish kings, who were required to pay homage once a year to the English sovereign at Westminster Abbey. The last Scottish monarch so accommodated was Margaret, the sister of Henry VII.
Scots. See “[Scotia].”
Scottish Covenanters. See “[Covenanters].”
Scottish Hogarth. The surname of David Allan of Alloa, whose portraits and historical paintings occupy a high position in the esteem of his countrymen.
Scottish Presbyterians. The successors of the Scottish Covenanters, and founders of the Established Church of Scotland. See “[Presbyterians].”
Scowerers. Eighteenth-century rakes who scoured the streets of London by night, overturning the “Old Charlies” in their boxes, and molesting peaceable citizens.
Scratched Horse. One that has its name struck out of the final list of runners in a race. Those who have backed their money on it swear a little, but no one else cares a jot for their discomfiture.
Screw. Colloquial for “wages.” See “[Raise your Screw].”
Screwed. Drunk. This is simply a play on the word “Tight.”