Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
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¶PEELREESTIE, n. A lively, restless, mischievous child, one that never sits still.Kcb. 1890 A. J. Armstrong Musings 140:
A rummlin' wee peelreestie Where mischief is, he's to the fore.
