Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
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POKY, adj. ? Phs. a misprint for faky. See Faik, n.1, 5.Lnk. 1845 Stat. Acc.2 VI. 649:
This greenstone lies above the splint-coal. It is what the workmen term poky, and does not break clear.
