Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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ALE-QUEGH, n. A two-handled drinking-cup for ale.Ayr. 1822 H. Ainslie Pilgrimage 94:
When the ale-quegh reached him . . . he drew his hand slowly over his brow and eyes, as if in mental devotion, before tasting the liquor.
