Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1971 (SND Vol. VIII).
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SHINGLER, n. A lean cod, one with a large head and thin body (Cai. 1930 Fishery Board Gl.); also of a weak lamb sim. shaped (Cai. 1970).
[Orig. obscure. Cf. slinger s.v. Sling.]