Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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OYLEN, adj. Of oil.Ags. 1736 Arbroath T.C. Rec. MSS. (18 Oct.):
The Magistrates and Councill discharge the whole Inhabitants from dressing Lint by fire Candle or Oylen light.