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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Quotation dates: 1584-1585
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Pikkillit, ppl. a. [Cf. Pik(k)ill v.1 Cf. also later Sc. dial. pickle up = acquire in small amounts or at odd moments.] ? Picked up here and there in small portions. — a1585 Polwart Flyt. 747 (T).
Thy pikkillit puir paremeonis but skill Pykit from Irisch Italianis ar to blame
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