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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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Marmet, n. [F. marmite.] A pot or kettle. — c1590 Fowler II. 47/14.
It is a grit pitie Hammiltoun thou want a pulpet, hauing sa weil preachit ouer the pot. I think this reason was maid in the marmet
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