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Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)

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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.

CABRY, n. “Highly inflammable and resinous wood” (Sth., Mry. 1934 (per Cai.8)). Also attrib.Id.:
A cabry stick, a piece of firwood full of resin.

[From Caber, pole made of fir or pine, woods noted for their resinous character.]

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