Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
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†CAIZIE, n. [′ke:zi]
1. “A fishing-boat” (Sh. 1825 Jam.2; 1866 Edm. Gl.).
2. “A chest” (Sh. 1825 Jam.2).
[According to Jam., extended meanings of Cassie, n.1, a straw basket, q.v.]