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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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Quotation dates: 1837
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TA, int. An exclamation of impatience or exasperation. Cf. Tyach.s.Sc. 1837 Wilson's Tales of the Borders III. 275:
"Ta! nonsense, man!" said Jenny, with impatient credulity.