Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1952 (SND Vol. III).
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COVOY, n. “A smart handling or speedy dismissal; a quick ‘polishing off'” (Rxb. 1923 Watson W.-B.).
[An extended use of Convoy, n., 1. For loss of n, cf. Covener for convener, etc.]
