Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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LOTHERFOO, adj. Peaceable, amiable, placid, imperturbable (Ork. 1929 Marw.). [′loðərfu]
[Orig. doubtful. ? Cf. Du. †lodder, pleasant, amiable, likeable, orig. luxurious.]
