Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X).
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BITE, n. In phr. to gie ane a bite o his ain bridle, to give one a taste of his own medicine.Dmb. 1844 W. Cross Disruption xxviii.:
“Why did you keep me in torture about it from Saturday night till this time?” “Just as I said before, to gi'e you a bite o' your ain bridle.”
