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First published 1971 (SND Vol. VIII).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
SLEWIE, v., adv., n. [′slui]
I. v. To walk with a heavy swinging gait, to sway from side to side in walking (Bnff. 1866 Gregor D. Bnff. 166; Mry. 1930). Ppl.adj. slewin (Abd. 1915 H. Beaton Benachie 197).
II. n. A heavy, swinging or swaying gait (Bnff. 1866 Gregor D. Bnff. 166).
III. adv. With a rocking swaying walk (Gregor).
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