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First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV).
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GROICK, n. A bungler (Sth. 1954). Gael.Inv. 1931 I. Macpherson Shep. Cal. 68:
D'ye think I'd let a groick like Hilly sell my beasts, or thon lousy slut Bally do my business?

[Gael. gròig, an awkward, bungling man.]

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