1. A person employed to guide and assist hunters or fishermen, especially in Scotland.
Usage: chiefly British; also spelled 'gillie'
2. A type of lightweight shoe with laces, traditionally worn for Scottish dancing or outdoor activities.
Usage: also spelled 'gillie'

Examples

• The ghillie led the fishing party along the river at dawn.
• Our ghillie knew every stream and loch in the Highlands.
• She wore ghillies for the Highland dancing competition.
• The ghillie helped carry the day's catch back to the lodge.
• Traditional ghillies are made of soft leather with minimal sole protection.
• He hired an experienced ghillie to improve his salmon fishing skills.