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Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)

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First published 1960 (SND Vol. V).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.

KADDIE, n. Also kadi (Jak.). An ill-natured or mischievous person, a spoilt child (Sh. 1866 Edm. Gl.; I.Sc. 1880 Jam., Sh. 1908 Jak. (1928); Ork. 1959).

[A variant spelling of Caddie, n.2, q.v. The meaning has developed from the notion of a pet, and hence indulged or spoilt, lamb.]

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