Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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STYAN, n. Also -en, styal (Cai.). A sty on the eyelid (n.Sc. 1825 Jam.; Kcb. 1896 66th Report Brit. Ass. 626; Cai. 1921 T.S.D.C.; Ork., Mry., Abd. 1971). Obs. in Eng. exc. dial. [′stɑeən; Cai. ′stɑeəl]Abd. 1748 Abd. Journal (5–12 April):
Something like Styan on his right Eye.Bnff. c.1890 Gregor MSS.:
The Styan. This pustule was cured by rubbing it with a “laamer” i.e. amber bead.
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