Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1960 (SND Vol. V).
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†KINDLE, v. Of small animals, esp. rabbits: to bring forth young, to litter (Sc. 1902 E.D.D.; Bnff. 1928; Dmf. 1960). Only dial. in Eng. since 18th c.
[Deriv. of Kind, n.]