Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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ALTER, n. “A change; a change of weather” (S.D.D.).Kcd. 1844 W. Jamie Muse of the Mearns 100:
An alter noo was shortly seen. They a' appeared mair blyth and keen.
