Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X).
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Quotation dates: 1824
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¶AGRIP, adv. In one's grip or grasp. See A-, prep.2, 2.Sc. 1824 Scott Redgauntlet vii.:
Haud him a grip, gentlemen! constables, keep him fast!
