Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV).
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FEESK, n. Also fi(e)sk. Gen. in pl.: tufts or wisps of untidy hair (Sh. 1900 E.D.D.; 1914 Angus Gl., fiesk; Sh.11 1951). Ppl.adj. feesket, untidy, tangled, dishevelled, of the hair (Ib.).
[Norw., O.N. visk, a wisp, tuft.]
