Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1971 (SND Vol. VIII).
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SCOW, v.3 To trim, to cut off ragged edges, tatters, etc. (Ayr. 1880 Jam.).
[Variant of Cow, v.1 See S, letter, 5.]
