Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X).
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Quotation dates: 1739
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AYLAY, n. Sc. variant form of Eng. alley. See P.L.D. §48.1. (3).Gsw. 1739 Burgh Rec. Gsw. (1911) 3:
Furnishing of lime and sand for Lukes aylay bridge.
