In Outlander , "Sassenach" transforms from a derogatory Gaelic term for an English outsider into an intimate nickname Jamie uses for Claire. The series premiere, " Sassenach ," establishes this connection when WWII nurse Claire Randall is transported back to 1743 Scotland and meets Jamie . You can stream the first episode, titled "Sassenach," on Starz or buy it on Amazon.

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