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Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
BAIRDS, n. (See quot.) [berdz]Lnk. 1927 (per Ayr.4):
Bairds or Fu Bairds, a method of lifting a “bool” from a hazard and placing it as far in front as could be done by putting the hand between the legs from behind.
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