Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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STITCH, n.2, v.1
I. n. A furrow or drill, as of turnips, potatoes, etc. (Dmf. 1825 Jam.; Ayr., Wgt. 1971). Comb. three-stitch, of an agricultural implement: constructed to cover three stitches or drills at one operation.Dmf. 1959 Dmf. & Gall. Standard & Advert. (14 March):
Tractor Hay Sweep, 3-stitch Harrow.
II. v. To make furrows, to drill ground for turnips (Rxb. 1951); to rib ground (see Rib, v., 2.).Sc. 1776 Kames Gentleman Farmer 93:
The stitching here described, or ribbing if you please to call it so, prevents these noxious effects.
