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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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TEIL, n. Also teel. A pseudo-Gaelic pronunciation of Deil, devil (Sc. 1817 Scott Rob Roy xxxvi., 1819 Leg. Montrose vi.). See T, letter, 2.
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"Teil n.". Dictionary of the Scots Language. 2004. Scottish Language Dictionaries Ltd. Accessed 25 Apr 2024 <http://www.dsl.ac.uk/entry/snd/teil>
