Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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Quotation dates: 1911
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NAAM, n., v. Also nyam. [n(j)ɑ:m]
I. n. A trick, a sign of an evil or mischievous disposition (Cai. 1963).Cai. 1911 John o' Groat Jnl. (12 June):
'E nyams in 'im.
II. v. To be querulous (Rs. 1919 T.S.D.C.).
[Orig. obscure.]
