Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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¶TURKEN, v. Of a young foal: to harden, to grow strong (Cld. 1825 Jam.).
[Orig. doubtful, phs. a vbl. usage ad. Durkin, or Durk, adj.]
