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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.
KLAA, v., n. An I.Sc. spelling of Claw, v.
I. v. To scratch with claws (Sh. 1914 Angus Gl.).
II. n. Fig.: 1. A little, ill-natured person (Sh. 1866 Edm. Gl.).
2. An injury resulting from sickness (Ib., 1914 Angus Gl.; I.Sc. 1960); a set-back of any kind (Sh. 1960).
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