Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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MISANSWER, v. To disobey (Bnff., Abd. 1963); to give a rude answer (Uls. 1963).
[mis- + Answer (Suppl.), to obey.]
