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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Oleit, Ollett, Olied, a. [Appar. reduced f. ON. ofléttr, af-, prompt, ready. Also in the mod. dial as oleit, oleid, olite, also aavlit, evel(e)it.] ? Willing, ready, energetic; ? diligent. — a1598 Ferg. Prov. MS. No. 15.
Ane oleit [Carmichael olied] mother makis a sueir dochter 1658 R. Moray Lett. 2 Apr.
For belyke I must either call you a very ollett gentleman or [etc.]