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First published 1971 (SND Vol. VIII).
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†SPEELICK, n. A smart blow or tap; a hard blow.Abd. 1873 J. Ogg Willie Waly 76:
When I gave anither chap's “pitcher” the “speelick”, My ain ane was sure jist to spin i' the “meelick”.Abd. 1904 E.D.D.:
Gin ye dinna give up I'll gie ye a speelick on the jaw.
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