Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV).
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GURGY, adj. “Fat, short-necked, with a protuberant belly” (Rxb. 1825 Jam.).Lth. 1924 A. Dodds Poppies in Corn 21:
He's a wee bit gurgy body — He cannae tie his lace!
