Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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ASEE, n. “The angle contained between the beam and handle on the hinder side of a plough” (Ork. Edm. Gl., and Marw.).
[Prob. the dat. case of O.N. áss, a beam, a pole, following some prep. (Marw.).]