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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
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†BRAWNY, Brauny, n. “A cow, ox, or bull, that has its skin variegated with black and brown streaks” (Gall. 1825 Jam.2).Kcb. 1789 D. Davidson Seasons 49:
Nae twa were ever seen mair thick Than brawny an' the bill.