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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. X).
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Thrawcruk, Thraw crwik, n. [Thraw(e v. and Cruke n. 1. Also in the later dial.] A metal implement with a hook for twisting ropes out of straw, etc. —1557 Glasgow Prot. II 34.
[Sasine given of the mill by delivery of the] thraw crwik [of the said mill] a1568 Jok & Jynny 68.
Ane thrawcruk to twyne ane tedder
