Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV).
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†GREENFUL, adj. Fully grown, and just before ripening starts.Ork. 1795 Stat. Acc.1 XIX. 409:
In stormy weather, the sea-spray flies over the whole country, and frequently ruins the crop, particularly if it happens in the first of August, before the corn is greenful.
