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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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BEARD, Baird, v. (See quot.) [bird, berd]n., w.Rxb. 1923 Watson W.-B. 51:
Beard. Also baird. To rub (another's face) with a stubby beard or unshaven chin; or especially to rub or work his jaw with the fingers and thumb (as a boys' rough sport).

Phr. beardin the lasses. (See quot.)Gall. 1824 MacTaggart Gallov. Encycl. 57:
Beardin the Lasses. The art men have of rubbing their beards on the cheeks of the girls; those men who have the stoutest brush are the best bearders.