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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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NEEK-NACK, n., adv. A nonce word used to describe a quick to-and-fro or out-and-in motion.Bnff. 1866 Gregor D. Bnff. 117:
The mice wir playin' neek-nack oot an' in o' the hole.