Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
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†BUSHEL, n. “A small dam” (Fif. 1825 Jam.2).
[Cf. Du. buis, Mid.Du. bûse, a duct, canal (Franck).]