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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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‡MANYOGL, v., n. Also manjug(g)l(e), manjuggel. [mən′jɔgl]

I. v. To perform juggling tricks (Sh. 1908 Jak. (1928), Sh. 1962). Also ironically of one struggling with an awkward piece of work. Derivs. manjuggelti, manyoglti, magic art, juggling tricks.Sh. 1881 Williamson MSS.:
“Manyoglti” is an old Fetlar word still used for magic.Sh. 1908 Jak. (1928):
To manjuggel onyting to perfection. . . . To wark manjuggelti.

II. n. Juggling, tricks, magic art (Jak.); ironically used of a botched piece of work.Ib.:
To mak' a bonie manjuggel o' onyting.