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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
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PUTT, n.³ Also put. A dimple in the skin.Fif. c.1850 Peattie MS.:
He's a bonnie bit loon wi' putts in's cheeks.Abd. 1852 A. Robb Songs 27:
An' in her chin a gracefu' put.