I. noun
or howff ˈhəu̇f
( -s )
Etymology: Dutch hof enclosure, burial ground, garden, resort; akin to Old English hof enclosure, court, dwelling, temple, Old High German, court, garden, landed property, Old Norse, enclosure, roofed temple, Old English hȳf beehive — more at hive
1. chiefly Scotland : a dwelling place
2. chiefly Scotland : an accustomed haunt or resort ; specifically : a favorite tavern
II. intransitive verb
or howff “
( -ed/-ing/-s )
1. Scotland
a. : to take up one's abode : lodge
b. : to make frequent visits
2. Scotland : to take shelter