Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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MURKAN, n. The lump-sucker, Cyclopterus lumpus (e.Sc. 1930 Fishery Board Gl.).
[Gael. murcan, the lump-fish.]
