Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X).
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¶DAFFER, v. To romp, frolic.Bnff. 1869 W. Knight Auld Yule 37:
And better pleased it couldna be, gin John Took its wee hand and led it dafferin on.
[Freq. form from Daff, or phs. a backformation from Daffery.]
