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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Quotation dates: 1567-1568
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(Snere,) Sneir, v.2 [? OE snyrian, snyrᵹan to hasten; cf., also, 19th c. Eng. ‘To ‘make all sneer again’ is to carry canvas to such an extent as to strain the ropes [etc.]' (1867, OED, s.v. Sneer v.) ? perhaps related to Snere v.1 or ? erron. for steir.] intr. To sail ? rapidly. — a1568 Scott i 190.
This ȝeir bayth blythnes and abundance bringis, Naveis of schippis outt[h]rocht the sea to sneir
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