Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1952 (SND Vol. III).
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†CRANIE-WICKET, n. comb. “A sharp turn or deep rut on a road” (Bnff. 1866 Gregor D. Bnff. 221).
[First element obscure; the second may be connected with Wick, a corner or angle, a narrow passage (in curling).]