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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
¶PADJELL, n. A veteran athlete, a seasoned champion runner.Gall. 1824 MacTaggart Gallov. Encycl. 371:
Padjell. An old veteran pedestrian; one who has often beat at foot races — these races were once very common in Galloway.
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