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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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ATSET, n. (See quots.) [′atsɛt]Sh. 1866 Edm. Gl. 4:
Atset, of the ebb — the commencement of the ebb-tide [i.e. when it begins to recede].Sh. 1914 Angus Gl. 13:
Atset, commencement; the first of the flood tide [i.e. when it begins to rise].Sh.⁴ 1932:
Both meanings known.