Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X).
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LADDLING, n. Nonce variant of Leglin. See etym. note s.v.Sc. 1734 J. Spotiswood Hope's Practicks 542:
A Tramping Tub. A Laddling. A Kirn and Kirn-staff.