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First published 1960 (SND Vol. V).
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†KUDDEE DOOR, n.comb. Also cuddie-door. A doorway in the gable of a byre through which the manure is carried. “So soon as the byre is cleaned the aperture is built up again” (Sh. 1866 Edm. Gl.).Sh. 1836 Gentleman's Mag. II. 589:
Da vennal itt ran oot anonder da kuddee door o' Andrew o' Digran's byar.