Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
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PLAVED, ppl.adj. ?Abd. 1835 Abd. Shaver (Sept.) 186:
[A flea] plaved, swalled, and blotched, wi' nose an' een, Sharper than ony lance or preen.