Glasgow, Taps-Aff or Taps-Oan?

Taps-Aff (Scots Vernacular) Literally "tops off." The removing of one's shirt in the event of warm weather, a phenomenon rarely seen in Glasgow. Now an expression describing good times being had.1 Antonym: Taps-Oan, "tops on". Current Weather: Awright (Mostly Cloudy) Temperature: 7°C (45°F)

Glasgow, Taps-Aff or Taps-Oan?

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