Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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LOLLIE, n. A child's word for syrup (Abd. 1900–60, a piece an lollie).
[Prob. short for lollipop. Cf. Australian lolly, a sweet.]
