Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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VINY, adj. Also vinie. 'Winded; old or high tasted, generally applied to game that has been overkept' (Ork. 1887 Jam.).
[Poss. for win(d)y, from wind, Wynt, q.v.]
