Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X, list of scientific terms with Scottish connections).
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HUMEAN, adj. Relating to the theories of David Hume (1711–76), of Ninewells in Bwk., philosopher, librarian of the Advocates' Library, Edinburgh. Also Humism, n.