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Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)

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First published 1960 (SND Vol. V).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.

JURR, n.2, v.

I. n. The noise made by a small waterfall when falling on loose stones or gravel (Gall. 1824 MacTaggart Gallov. Encycl. 288).

II. v. To make a purling noise, as of running water.Bnff. 1869 W. Knight Auld Yule 30:
Near by a spout that jurred wi' eident sound.

[Onomat. Cf. Chirr, Churr.]

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