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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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ACRE-A-BUNG, n. A species of grass, fog grass. (Sh. and Ork.) [′ɑkərə′bʌŋ]Sh. or Ork. Coll. L.L.B. (E.D.D.):
Acre-a-bung, fog grass, holcus mollis.Sh.⁴ 1931:
Acre-a-bung, coarse grass.