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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Claw, Clau, n. [ME. claw, clawe, OE. clawu.] A claw. — 1513 Doug. iii. iv. 48.
Thai birdis, … in thar crukyt clawis grippis the pray 1600-1610 Melvill 380.
After redding of his Majestie divers tymes out of his claues
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