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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Away-drawing, vbl. n. [Away adv. 1.] The action of drawing off. — 1493 Acta Conc. 318/1.
The actioune … for the awaydrawing of the watter … fra the mylne of Johnestoune
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