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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X).
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DUG, v. ? Appar. to stand up to, to last out (strenuous labour).Ayr. 1912 G. Cunningham Verse 49:
As needfu' for keepin' them fit for their wark At the washin', the bakin', or duggin a darg.
[Orig. obscure.]
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