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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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*Haw, a.2 ? Special use of Haw a. (pale, dull-coloured). — 1575–6 Forres B. Ct.
The haill haw scheip skennis 1585–6 Ib. 28 Feb.
Thegethir with nynety heill hawe skynnes price ilk peice saxe schilling
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