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Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)

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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X).
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ADIE HANNIE, n. comb. An oatcake, so called from a baker, Adam Hannah in Dalkeith, famous for his wares. See Adie, under Proper Names.Edb. 1812 P. Forbes Poems 88:
May ye'r board be ay weel sair'd Wi' Adie hannies.

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