Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1971 (SND Vol. VIII).
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SKANE, n. In pl.: dandruff, scurf in the hair, scales (Rxb. 1825 Jam., 1923 Watson W.-B.).
[Orig. somewhat doubtful. ?O.N. skán, thin flake, crust.]
