Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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¶MOLD, n. Irreg. Sc. spelling of Eng. mole, a dark spot or growth on the skin.Sc. 1711 Scots Post-Man (7–9 Aug.):
On Friday the Sixth of July 1711, Strayed or Stolen, from Richard Ronce, a Brazen or Fallow Colour Gray Hound Bitch, with Two Molds on each side her Mouth.
