Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1960 (SND Vol. V). Includes material from the 1976 supplement.
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¶HAPPEN, n. “The path trodden by cattle, esp. on high grounds” (Ayr. 1825 Jam.).
[Obscure and of doubtful authenticity.]
