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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Fallow deir, Fallaw deir, n. [e.m.E. falow der (16th c.). The more usual Sc. form is Fellow deir (also Follow deir).] — 1535 Stewart 16838.
With gay grew houndis for the fallow deir 1599 Acts IV. 180/2.
They discharge ony persone … to sell or by ony fastan reid or fallaw deir
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