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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Peek, n. ( ? paik a blow, thump, buffet, sing. (recorded in mod. Sc., esp. south Sc.) of Paikis n. pl.) — 1662 Highland P. III. 3.
Quhen his wife said to her that she would get a peek or two if she serve not some as she desyred, the said Jonet said I garne to have it and I will garr yow rue it or it be longer
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"Peek n.". Dictionary of the Scots Language. 2004. Scottish Language Dictionaries Ltd. Accessed 2 May 2024 <http://www.dsl.ac.uk/entry/dost/peek>
