Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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BALSUM, n. A soothing, satisfying abundant drink or meal. [′bɑlsəm]Abd.5 1928:
She set doon a gey balsum o' brose.Arg.1 1929:
Ah got a rare balsum o' soor mulk!
