Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
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†BROBLE, n. “A short piece of wood with a jag or sharp point on each end, to keep horses asunder in ploughing; also called a Hiddiegiddie” (Bwk. 1825 Jam.2).
[Prob. of same origin as n.Eng. dial. brob, to prick, pierce, poke (E.D.D.).]
