Why do they call Jamie Mac Dubh?

Translated, “Mac Dubh” means “The Black One” in reference to Jamie's father, Brian, who was often referred to as “Black Brian” for his jet-black hair. The “Mac” refers to Jamie's mother's side of his lineage, the Mackenzies (a tie that plays a large part in Jamie's story throughout Outlander's early seasons).
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Why do the prisoners call Jamie Mac Dubh?

It's a name that reveals how well the other prisoners know him and mixes a nickname, lineage, and Gaelic all in one. Jamie's father's name was Brian (hence, why Claire names their daughter Brianna), and was known as Black Brian. Therefore, that makes Jamie the son of the Black One, or in Gaelic, Mac Dubh.
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What does Mac Dubh mean in Outlander?

(And for those wondering about the odd nickname, Mac Dubh is actually Gaelic and means "Son of the Black." He's given this title because his father was called "Black Brian.") Suffice to say, fans will definitely be seeing a different side of Jamie throughout the beginning of the third season.
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What is a papist in Outlander?

The words Popery (adjective Popish) and Papism (adjective Papist, also used to refer to an individual) are mainly historical pejorative words in the English language for Roman Catholicism, once frequently used by Protestants and Eastern Orthodox Christians to label their Roman Catholic opponents, who differed from them ...
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What does Jamie say to Claire in Gaelic while she sleeps?

Then, there's an exquisitely tender scene where Jamie whispers a speech of love and protection to a sleeping Claire – in Gaelic – asking God to "shield my beloved, my white dove.
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Did Claire wear a wig in Outlander?

Wigs, perms, and hot rollers help shape Claire's historically-accurate hairstyles. Regardless of Claire's on-screen age, wigs were incorporated into her hair and makeup protocol to achieve the character's look.
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Why does Claire continue to wear Frank's ring?

Claire cared for this man who had been a solid part of her life from her teenage years. That ring was the connection to Frank and the love they once shared together. It was the link to the feelings she would always have of him, and most were certainly positive.
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What does Mo Duinne mean in Scottish?

Mo duinne - 'My brown one' - Jamie's term of endearment for Claire which he first uses in Outlander (ch. 16). This is not the correct Gaelic form and is used only in Outlander. It is corrected to 'mo nighean donn' in later books. Mo luaidh - my darling, my dear.
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What does Jamie say in Gaelic when he kills Dougal?

"I know CPR, someone call 911!" Forgive me. In Gaelic. "I'm so sorry, Uncle."
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Why does Joe call Claire Lady Jane?

Trivia. Joe's mother wanted him to be a preacher. Joe calls Claire "Lady Jane" as a nickname, sometimes shortened to "L.J." or just "Jane". He explains that another intern started it on the premise that Claire's English accent makes her sound like she "just drank tea with the Queen."
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What did Jamie say to Murtagh in Gaelic when he died?

Murtagh dies, saying, “I would never betray your mother no matter who asked.” Jamie refuses to accept his death and rushes Murtagh to Claire's (Balfe) hospital tent, sure she will be able to save him, but he is already DOA.
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What does Dinna fash mean in Scottish?

Dinna fash don't be troubled/bothered. Fash is from Old French fascher 'to annoy, weary'. The term was also commonly extended to mean 'afflicted', and Robert Burns uses the term with such a meaning in Holy Willie's Prayer: 'At times I'm fash'd wi' fleshly lust.
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What is a Mac Dubh?

Translated, “Mac Dubh” means “The Black One” in reference to Jamie's father, Brian, who was often referred to as “Black Brian” for his jet-black hair. The “Mac” refers to Jamie's mother's side of his lineage, the Mackenzies (a tie that plays a large part in Jamie's story throughout Outlander's early seasons).
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Why is Jamie's last name Fraser?

James Alexander Malcolm MacKenzie Fraser, soldier and landowner of Clan Fraser of Lovat and Clan MacKenzie in 18th-century Scotland: His parents are Ellen and Brian Fraser. He had an older brother, William, who died of smallpox when Jamie was six. He also has an older sister, Jenny.
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What does Jamie call Claire in Outlander in Gaelic?

Jamie calls Claire his "brown-haired lass." With Sam Heughan (Jamie Fraser). Video published on January 24, 2014. Laoghaire and Geillis are the names of two important female characters in OUTLANDER.
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Did Dougal get Laoghaire pregnant?

Unable to sleep, Claire heads to Colum's library to borrow a book, and ends up eavesdropping on a conversation between Colum and Dougal. She discerns that Dougal has gotten Laoghaire pregnant.
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What is the Scottish word for my darling?

m' ulaidh ort! my darling/dear!
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What does Mo Nighean mean?

Mo Nighean Donn means "My brown haired lass" which Jamie Fraser affectionately calls his wife Claire in the TV Series, Outlander.
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What is the Scottish word for devil?

Mahoun - Scots often refer to the devil as Mahoun.
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What does Dinna fash yourself mean?

Friday, 27th January 2012, 12:00 am. 'FASH, dinna fash yersel' – Fash has two main meanings; one being not to get annoyed by a situation, and the other being not to inconvenience yourself with something or someone.
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What does Bonnie mean in outlander?

Bonnie/Bonny is a compliment for women, often used with the word lass, meaning beautiful woman. The word plausibly comes from the French bonne meaning good, or the Latin bonus, meaning the same. The masculine version of the word is braw. A word which is heard often is ken, which means to know.
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Why did Jamie put Claire's wedding ring on her right hand?

In the show there may be a slight hesitation on Claire's part and that's why Jamie chooses her right hand, not wanting to push Claire too much, knowing she had been wearing her gold band on the left. But it's not an obvious choice, so I think it's just one of those things that got poorly translated from book to screen.
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Why does Claire marry John GREY?

She was going to be arrested for espionage, and Lord John Grey had to protect her knowing that she wouldn't be a spy. He married her to offer her his protection. Yes, they did consummate the marriage, too.
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Did Claire love Jamie more than Frank?

As viewers will know, Claire does return to Frank for her safety before eventually going back into the past to be with Jamie. However, it is never explicitly stated whether Frank or Jamie loved her more in the series.
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