Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
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¶ROSTACK, n. The dab, Limanda limanda (Mry. c.1890 Gregor MSS.).
[? Cf. Gael. roisteach, the roach or bream. The definition above may be due to a misunderstanding.]
