"This old rhyme points out what each of the three districts of Ayrshire, and the neighbouring territory of Galloway, were remarkable for producing in greatest perfection. The mountainous province of Carrick produced robust men; the rich plains of Kyle reared the famous breed of cattle now generally termed the Ayrshire breed; and Cunningham was a good arable district. The hills of Galloway afford pasture to an abundance of sheep."—Robert Chambers.
Carry saut to Dysart and puddings to Tranent.
This proverb, the meaning of which is obvious enough, is paralleled in all languages. The English say, "To carry coals to Newcastle." The French and German suggest that it is not necessary "To send water to the sea." The French also say, "To carry leaves to the wood;" and the Dutch are wise enough not "To send fir to Norway." Neither will the Asiatic "Carry blades to Damascus."
Cast a bane in the deil's teeth.
Cast a cat ower the house and she'll fa' on her feet.
Cast nae snawba's wi' him.
That is, do not trust him too much; he is churlish or dangerous.
Cast not a clout till May be out.
Cast the cat ower him.