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Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)

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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
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RISSAC, n. Also risca. The tusk fish, Brosme brosme (Sh. 1814 Irvine MSS.).

[Obscure. Phs. a mistake for or corruption of Brismac, id.]

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