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Pictish

usgb/ˈpɪktɪʃ/Volume
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Historical Term

Used in historical contexts related to ancient Scotland and its people.

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The museum displayed Pictish weaponry and ornaments.
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Not Contemporary

'Pictish' refers to a time long gone, not to modern Scots or Scotland.

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You wouldn't call a Scottish person Pictish today.
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Cultural Specificity

Pictish relics are culturally unique and not to be confused with other UK artifacts.

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He specialized in Pictish culture during his archaeology studies.
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