Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X).
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WEEP, n. The lapwing, Vanellus vulgaris (Sc. 1903–5 Fiona MacLeod Works VI. 163). Reduced form of Peesweep, q.v. or wallopie weep s.v. Wallop, n.3
[Onomat. f. Sw. vipa. id. ]
