Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1971 (SND Vol. VIII).
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†SKORPER, n. A round bun, a cookie (Sh. 1808 Jam.).
[Prob. an extended use of Norw. skorpa, a crust. Cf. Sw. skorpa, a biscuit.]
