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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
AUM, AWM, v.
1. To treat with alum (as in tanning, making tinder, etc.).Sc. 1825 Jam.2:
To awm, to dress [skins] with alum.Bnff. 1866 Gregor D.Bnff. 9:
Awm, to soak paper in a solution of alum and water to make tinder.
2. To thrash, cf. “tan one's hide.”Ib.:
Awm, to beat soundly.Abd. 1898 G. W. in E.D.D.:
I'll aum yer hide for ye.
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