Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X).
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Quotation dates: 1728
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†CAROLINE, n. A kind of fine linen, prob. so called in honour of Queen Caroline, wife of George II.Sc. 1728 Annual Progress Linen Manufacture (H.M.S.O. 1964) 7:
Cambrics and Lawns or Carolines . . . 5,414 yards.
