Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
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ROO, n.2 Also wro(o) (Ayr. 1825 Jam.). An enclosure in a grass field in which cattle are penned during the night (Kcd. 1825 Jam.).
[Of obscure orig. The spelling with w is due to association with Mid.Eng. wro, a nook or corner, which is unconnected.]
