Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
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BLEZZIN, v. “To publish, to propagate” (Abd.22 1935; Ayr. 1825 Jam.2). [′blɛzɪn]
[From O.Sc. blason, blaison, to proclaim with praise or with derogation or reproach (D.O.S.T.); Med.Fr. blasonner, v., to proclaim the praises of, from O.Fr. blason, a shield.]
