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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
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†PEEM-POM, n.1 A Jew's harp.Ayr. 1887 J. Service Dr. Duguid 29:
A sturdy wee dyvour wi' a bit rumpy-bum coat on, the pooches o't stuffed wi' . . . nails, peem-poms, and siclike callan's gear.
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