Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
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PARGIS, n. A dirty mess, muddle, filthy condition (Ork. 1929 Marw., a pargis o' dirt).
[A corruption of fargis, id. s.v. Farkage.]