Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1960 (SND Vol. V).
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Quotation dates: 1902-1946
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INSOOK, n. 1. Of the tide: an inrush, a shoreward setting (Cai. 1902 E.D.D.; ‡Sh., Cai. 1958).Cai.7 1946:
A strong insook spoilt 'e sellag fishin.
2. Of frost on the ground: a slight touch (Cai. 1907 County of Cai. (Horne) 75, Cai. 1958).
3. Fig.: a bad bargain, a fraud, swindle (Sh., Cai. 1958).Abd. 1902 E.D.D.:
That horse I bought was a complete insook.
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