A Scottish term for someone who is cowardly, easily frightened, or won't take a risk — essentially calling someone a scaredy-cat or a wimp. Used both affectionately among kids and as a mild taunt among adults. Being called a feardie in Scotland is a light jab at your bravery, often used to dare someone into doing something they're hesitant about. It's playful more than cutting.
Come on, dinnae be such a feardie — it's just a wee spider!
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(Scotland) A wimp; a scaredy-cat.
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