Matching Pairs Scots-Irish WordsOnline version Match the Scots-Irish word to its modern translation. The Scots-Irish language had a great influence on the Appalachian dialect. Many of their words can still be heard in West Virginia. These are some that folklorist Gerry Milnes has heard throughout the Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area. by Sarah Rosenkrans 1 Palin 2 Fetch 3 Quern 4 Granny 5 Press 6 Shank's Mare 7 Lasty 8 Brogan 9 Infare Midwife Apparition of death One's own legs Leather work-shoe Wardrobe Fence Mill for grinding grain Long-lasting Feast to welcome the new bride home