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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Quotation dates: 1584-1616
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(Plukk-,) Pluker, n. [e.m.E. and late ME. plucker (c 1450). In this sense, appar. only Sc.] A stealer of livestock. — a1585 Polwart Flyt. 763 (T).
Hen pluker 1616 Fraserburgh Kirk S. 72 (27 Mar.).
Thaj war nocht vnhonest bot sic as was brakeris of barnes & plukeris of hoggis
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