Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X, list of Scottish fairs & markets).
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SALE-YARN FAIR. At Lanark at Candlemas (2 Feb.), when yarn spun during the winter was sold (Lnk. 1867 W. A. Cowan Hist. Lanark 75).
