Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1960 (SND Vol. V).
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†KNORE, n. Also knorin (Jak.). A boat (Sh. 1774 G. Low Tour (1879) 106, 1866 Edm. Gl.).
[Norw. knurr, O.N. knǫrr, a vessel, ship, -in, suff. art.]
