Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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AMP, v.intr. To be anxious, restless; be unable to sleep.Sh. 1914 Angus Gl.:
I lay ampin aa nicht lipnin [= expecting] Johni ta da door.
