Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1960 (SND Vol. V).
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KLEPPY, n. A taboo-name for a turbot or halibut (Ork. 1929 Marw.). [′klɛpɪ]
[Orig. phs. from Clep, n.1]