Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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¶MAIZIE, n.1 A lime-tree or linden, Tilia vulgaris (Ags. 1880 Jam.).
[If genuine, phs. a reduced form of Eng. mazer, †the maple.]
