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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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(Rikill,) Rickill, n.2 [Cf. Rikill n.1 2, also the later north. Eng. dial. rickle a rattling or clattering noise (Lancs., 1867).] An irregular series, succession or burst (of sharp noises or reports). — 1540 Lynd. Sat. 4356 (Ch.).
Syne all turnit to ane rickill [B. rak] of farts
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