Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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LUMMED, ppl.adj. Thwarted, frustrated, baffled (Ayr.4 1928; Kcb., Dmf. 1961). [lʌmt]
[Orig. doubtful. Phs. from Lum, n.1, sc. stuck in a chimney or gone up the chimney, over and done with.]
