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Filibeg
/ˈfɪl.ɪ.bɛɡ/noun
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A filibeg is a traditional Scottish knee-length garment, essentially a pleated skirt worn by men, derived from the belted plaid and symbolizing Highland heritage. It's commonly featured in cultural events like Highland games or weddings, but in modern times, it's also adopted in fashion for its practicality and bold aesthetic.
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The filibeg was banned by the British government in 1746 under the Dress Act, which prohibited Highland dress to suppress Jacobite rebellions, leading to underground resistance and cultural preservation efforts; remarkably, when the act was repealed in 1782, it sparked a revival that turned the filibeg into a global emblem of Scottish pride.
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