Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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Quotation dates: 1754
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†KLIPPERT, n. A shorn sheep. Cf. Clippie, n.2, 2., id.Abd. 1754 R. Forbes Jnl. from London 28:
She shuddered a' like a klippert in a cauld day.