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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Pirny, n. [Dimin. of Pirn n.] To play at pirniis, ? to play pranks (cf. the later dial. to play a bonnie pirn, id.). —1624 Perth Kirk S. MS. 3 May.
William Blossoun … obleissis him … nocht to play at pirniis in the kirk ȝearde
