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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
BLENSHAW, BLENSHOUIN, n. (See quots.)Sc. 1929 F. M. McNeill Scots Kitchen 239:
Blenshaw. (A Cottage Recipe). Oatmeal, sugar, milk, water, nutmeg.Ags. (Strathmore) 1825 Jam.2:
Blenshaw. A drink composed of meal, milk, water, etc.Per. 1887 Jam.6:
Blenshouin. Thin gruel; same with Blenshaw.
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