Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X).
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†WHIG, n.2, v.2
I. n. A copious draught (Bnff. 1866 Gregor D. Bnff. 210).
II. v. With oot or up: to drink (Ib.).
[Phs. related to either Whig,n.1, v.1, or Whig,v.3, or arising from wrong division of Eng. swig.]
