Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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†BATTOCK, BATTICK, n. (See quots.)Lth. 1825 Jam.2:
Battick, is defined a piece of firm land between two rivulets, or two branches of the same river.Slk. 1825 Jam.2:
Battock. A tuft of grass, a spot of gravel, or ground of any kind, surrounded by water.
