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Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)

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First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV).
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Quotation dates: 1703

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†GINGICH, n. See quot. Gael.w.Sc. 1703 M. Martin Western Islands 96:
This Rock [in South-Uist] abounds with Sea-fowls . . . The chief Climber is commonly called Gingich, and this name imports, a Big Man having Strength and Courage proportionable.

[Gael. geingeach, geinneach, firm, stout, strong.]

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