A Dictionary of the Older Scottish Tongue (up to 1700)
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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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(Handy-,) Handie-art, n. Handicraft. —1540 Lynd. Sat. 3150.
Sowtars and tailȝeours … ar far mair expert In thair pure craft, and in thair handie art
