Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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†STEEDGE, v., n. [stidʒ]
I. v. To walk with a slow, lumbering step (Bnff. 1866 Gregor D. Bnff. 181). Ppl.adj. steedgin.
II. n. A heavy-footed rocking manner of walking (Id.); “a big person of slow quiet disposition” (Id.).
[An imit. alteration of Stodge.]
