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Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X).
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WANFINE, n. A bad or unsatisfactory conclusion, an unprofitable ending, an ultimate loss (Ork. 1929 Marw.; Sh. 1973). [′wɑnfɑin]Sh. 1914 Angus Gl.:
If du doesna get dis dune very sjun, hit'll come ta wanfine.
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