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KILLIE, n.2 A short form of Kilmarnock in Ayrshire (Ayr. 1786 Burns Inventory 11, 1952 Reynolds News (14 Sept.) 10). Nickname for Kilmarnock Football Club. Also attrib. Sc. 1994 Daily Record 23 Apr 51:
Rugby Park assistant manager Billy Stark said: "It might be drama and intrigue for some, but it means frayed nerves for us." Taking Rangers to a Tennents Scottish Cup semi-final replay may be taking its toll on the Killie players.Sc. 1998 Aberdeen Evening Express 11 Mar 40:
The SFA have surprisingly decided not to take any further action against the Bulgarian for his disgusting behaviour during the recent 0-0 draw with Kilmarnock at Pittodrie.
Kiriakov was red carded in the last minute for spitting at Killie striker Jim McIntyre and is now banned from Aberdeen's next three matches. Sc. 1998 Daily Record 10 Aug 3:
He's such a nice, friendly guy and he's got really good legs. I think he'll be great for Killie."
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