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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Scud, Skud, n. [17th c. Eng. scud ‘hurried movement’ (1609 in OED), f. scud v. to run or move briskly or hurriedly.] pl. Brisk movement; exercise. —a1568 Bann. MS 261b/11.
Thay [sc. lairds' wives] gif no buddis Bot on thair luddis Thay get grit skuddis [M. scuddis] In nakit bed
