Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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¶MALAPAVIS, n. A mischance, a misfortune (Upp. Lnk. 1825 Jam.).
[Mal(e)-, badly + ?Pavie, trick, caper.]
