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Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)

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First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.

GAB, n.3 A hook. Also dim. gabbie.

1. The hook at the end of the chain on which pots are hung over an open fire (Cld. 1825 Jam.; Ayr. 1923 Wilson Dial. Burns 165). Cf. Cruik, n., 1.

2. The hook on the end of a chain or rope, e.g. on a crane (Sc. 1886 J. Barrowman Mining Terms 30); the hook at the end of a hutch draw-bar on to which the coupling is attached (Lth., Ayr. 1953).

[The same as Eng. gab, a hook or open notch in a rod or lever (used only of machinery), prob. from Flem. gabbe, incision.]

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