Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV).
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†GILBOW, n. Also jillbow. A legacy (Dmf. 1825 Jam.). [′dʒɪlbo]
[From Gael. dìleab, id., dìleabach, adj.]