Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
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PISMIRE, n. Also pismore (w.Sc. 1703 M. Martin Descr. W. Islands 361). Variant forms of Bismar, a steelyard (Ork. 1701 J. Brand Descr. Ork. 28, 1866 Edm. Gl.).
