Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
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†CAPER, v. “To move the head upwards and downwards with a stately air” (Dmf. 1825 Jam.2). With up: to toss (the head).Edb. 1824 R. Howden King's Welcome in Royal Sc. Ministrelsy 139:
She coost and caper'd up her head To let her see the gesture.
