Modern use of the term describes products of Scotland (usually food or drink-related).
British Sign Language is officially recognised as a language under the British Sign Language (Scotland) Act 2015. Under the Gaelic Language (Scotland) Act 2005, Bòrd na Gàidhlig is tasked with securing Gaelic as an official language of Scotland. Both Scots and Scottish Gaelic are officially recognised as regional languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages. English is the main language by custom and usage, with Scots, Scottish Gaelic and British Sign Language also recognised as the main linguistic groups in Scotland, according to the Scottish Government. ^ Often shown abbreviated as 'In Defens'.
