Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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TWIG, n.2 A quick or sidelong glance; a glimpse (ne.Sc. 1973).Kcd. 1844 W. Jamie Muse 103:
The Piper gied a stowen look, And mony a twig at her he took.Abd. 1960:
I juist got a twig o 'im as he gaed roun the corner.
