Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X).
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CRANTARA, n. The Fiery-cross. See Croishtarich. Gael.Sc. 1829 G. Wilson Sc. Laverock 37:
Rush to battle one and all, When the crantara Bids you come to fight or fall.
[Gael. crann-tàra, id.]