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dipplin tree

nounobject

Pointed tool for making planting holes

A pointed planting tool (dibber) used to make holes in soil for setting seeds or seedlings.

Example in use

Gie me the dipplin tree, a'll set the tatties.

Pronunciation

Say it like this

/DIP-lin-TREE/

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Origin & context

scotsolderneutral

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