CultureJuly 15, 2026

tryst

/trɪst/

Definition

A prearranged meeting or a gathering place for such a meeting, often used here to signify a social or cultural assembly.

Etymology

The word originates from Middle English 'trist', referring to an appointed station for hunting. It is believed to stem from the Old French 'triste', meaning an assigned place for waiting, eventually evolving to describe a meeting or rendezvous.

In the news

In this article, 'The Cumnock Tryst' refers to a classical music festival founded by Sir James MacMillan in his hometown. The name implies a place where the local community comes together for a shared cultural experience.

Exclusive: Music education in danger of becoming 'casualty' of culture cuts, warns Sir James MacMillan

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The Scotsman

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