Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X).
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CARMAJOLE, n. A corrupted form and misapplied use of Carmagnole.Gsw. 1868 J. Young Poems 138:
Wha'd suner taen the parish dole Than bent the knee To ony purse-proud carmajole O' high degree.
