[142] The proper orthography of this expression is deoch-an-doruis (or dorais). Deoch, a drink; an, of the; doruis or dorais, possessive case of dorus or doras a door.
[143] Praise.
[144] Tears.
[145] Thatch.
[146] It has been suggested, and with much reason, that the reference is to a fly sticking on a wet or a newly painted wall; this is corroborated by the addition in Rob Roy, "When the dirt's dry, it will rub out," which seems to point out the meaning and derivation of the proverb.
[147] A young bullock.
[148] Saddle for supporting panniers.
[149] Vol. i. p. 134.
[150] Shy.
[151] Empty.