Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
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RIGOL, n. A small spout or gutter to protect a door, or porthole. Used in shipbuilding (wm.Sc.1 1946). Also in Eng. dial.
[Fr. rigole, a water-course, gutter.]