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saps

nounfood

Bread soaked in milk, soft dish

Bread soaked in milk to make a soft, easily swallowed dish, traditionally given to children or the unwell.

Example in use

Gie the wean some saps noo.

Pronunciation

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/SAPS/

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Origin & context

scotsolderaffectionate

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