Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
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†BLUP, n. and v. Not known to our correspondents.
1. n.
(1) “A misfortune brought on, or mistake into which one falls, in consequence of want of foresight” (Tweedd. 1825 Jam.2).
(2) “One who makes a clumsy or aukward [sic] appearance” (Lth. 1808 Jam.).
2. v. (See quot.) Found only in pa.p.Twd. 1825 Jam.2:
Blupt. Overtaken by any misfortune which might have been avoided by caution.
