Auld Reekie

/ ˈriːkɪ /

noun

literally: Old Smoky

She is to be found in every street and alley of Auld Reekie, till her work is accomplished.

Auld-Reekie, an affectionate term for the old town of Edinburgh.

My home has principally been in Rotterdam; but my heart has ever been in Auld Reekie.

Remember, lads, the fate of Auld Reekie is now in your hands!

Bobbles was Lady Auld Reekie, a fair young craft of light timber and many sails.

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