Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
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†CAROL-EWYN, n.comb. “The name given to the last night of the year; because young people go from door to door singing carols. In return for their services they get small cakes baked on purpose” (Per. 1808 Jam.). [′kɑrl ′i:vn or ′i:n]
[Cf. Cartins E'en s.v. Carlin, ppl.adj. and vbl.n.]
