Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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A, pref.8 Classical origin, direct or indirect.
(1) Fr. a-, Lat. ad — e.g. avise.
(2) Fr. a-, Lat. ab — e.g. assoilzie.
