Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1960 (SND Vol. V).
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KERFIN, n. A drift of small clouds (Mry. 1919 T.S.D.C.). [′kɛrfɪn]
[Obscure. The word is of doubtful authenticity.]