Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
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†CAUSAL, adj. ? Occasional.Ags. 1727 Arbroath Town Council Minutes (14 April):
The Town's Common Good was put to roup and was carryed in manner under writen — Item Causal Meall [supply] of Scleats to James Wallace at £37.