Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X).
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¶WANWUTH, n. A surprise (Fif. 1825 Jam.). Phr. to be taen at a wanwuth, to be taken by surprise (Ib.).
[Poss. a confusion between Wanworth and Wanlas, q.v.]
