Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1971 (SND Vol. VIII).
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†SPEDLIN, n. A child who is just beginning to walk (Dmf. 1825 Jam.). Also attrib. Cf. Spodlin.Edb. 1881 Mod. Sc. Poets (Edwards) III. 396:
Rinnin' in water draps, Toddlin' in spedlin' staps.
