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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
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Quotation dates: 1934

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CABRY, n. “Highly inflammable and resinous wood” (Sth., Mry. 1934 (per Cai.8)). Also attrib.Sth., Mry. 1934 (per Cai.8):
A cabry stick, a piece of firwood full of resin.

[From Caber, pole made of fir or pine, woods noted for their resinous character.]

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