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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Pheere, Pheare. Varr. of Fere n.¹ 1 b, a mate or spouse. — 1622 Fugitive Poetry II. iv. 3/13.
Like two turtles then, thou faithfull to thy pheere, and he [etc.] 1604-31 Craig v. 9.
Or put case thy dame deare Hath chosen a new pheare