"Glasgow kiss" meaning in English

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Noun

Audio: LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-Glasgow kiss.wav Forms: Glasgow kisses [plural]
Etymology: Sarcastic reference to the supposed stereotypical belligerence of Glaswegians. Head templates: {{en-noun}} Glasgow kiss (plural Glasgow kisses)
  1. (British, euphemistic, humorous) A sharp, sudden headbutt to the nose, usually resulting in a broken nose. Tags: British, euphemistic, humorous Categories (topical): Violence Synonyms: Gorbals kiss Related terms: Glasgow smile

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