Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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Quotation dates: 1789-1824
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NAPPLE, n. The tuberous vetch, heath pea, Lathyrus montanus, or its root.
Comb. nappleroot, id. Cf. Knapparts.Kcb. 1789 D. Davidson Seasons 44:
The pied napple rankly grows.Gall. 1824 MacTaggart Gallov. Encycl. 115:
Hinnie suckles, bluidy fingers, Napple roots, and nettle stingers.
