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First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
FADABROD, Fadda-, n. An old, cracked or dilapidated bowl, box or other household utensil (Sh. 1908 Jak. (1928); 1914 Angus Gl., fadda-). [′fɑdɑbrɔd]
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"Fadabrod n.". Dictionary of the Scots Language. 2004. Scottish Language Dictionaries Ltd. Accessed 5 May 2024 <http://www.dsl.ac.uk/entry/snd/fadabrod>
