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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
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BOOAIR, BEWCHAIR, n. Lit. bow-oar. (See quot.) [′bu′e:r, ′bjux′e:r]Avoch, Crm. 1912 (per Mry.2):
Forin booair or bewchair, 4th starboard berth in a fishing-boat.
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