A Dictionary of the Older Scottish Tongue (up to 1700)
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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Cady, a. [Of obscure origin.] Wanton. —c1552 Lynd. Mon. 2657.
Than Kyttoke thare, als cadye as ane con, … Gaiff Lowre leif at layser to loupe on