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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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Quotation dates: 1500-1561
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Manurar, -er, n. [Manur(e v.; also e.m.E. (1569).] One who farms or cultivates (land). — c1500 Harl. MS. 4700 282 a.
The proces to be led apoun the wranguis occupiar and manurar or lauborar of ony grond 1532 Dunferm. Reg. Ct. 69 (see Labourar n. 2 a). 1548 Inchcolm Chart. 90. 1561 Treasurer's Accounts XI. 64.
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