Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
Hide Quotations Hide Etymology
About this entry:
First published 1976 (SND Vol. X).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
CAMMY, n. Reduced dim. form of Cameronian, q.v., used derisively.Sc. 1703 Toleration's Fence Removed 20:
The Children were taught to hold out the finger, and cry Cammy to Presbyterian Ministers.