Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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†NYUCKFIT, n. The snipe, Capella gallinago (Cld. 1825 Jam.). See also Yuckfit.
[“A name supposed to be formed from its cry when ascending” (Jam.), sc. Neuk + Fit.]
