Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
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BRAMBLE, n. coll. “Withered branches; rubbish of twigs, etc.” (Uls. 1880 W. H. Patterson Gl. Ant. and Dwn.).