Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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TARIE, n. Nonce reduced form of cross-tarrie, Croistarich, q.v., the fiery cross, as a signal for rallying to arms. [′tɑre]Sc. 1874 W. Allan Hame-Spun Lilts 400:
Welcome the foe when the tarie appears.
