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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Gimp, Gymp, n. [Var. of Jimp n.] A subtle or trifling point; a quirk. — a1500 Henr. Fab. 2714.
O man of law! let be that subteltie, With nyce gimpis, and fraudis intricate 1513 Doug. i. Prol. 125.
For a gymp [v.r. iymp] or bourd I pray ȝou note me nocht at euery word 1572 Sat. P. xxxi. 132.
The hous of Guyis … Quha is als godles as thair sell, And kens thair gymps, I trow