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First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV).
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Quotation dates: 1931
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¶FOOZER, n. A contemptuous term for a decrepit old man.Edb. 1931 E. Albert Herrin' Jennie 134:
"Ye winna dance wi' thae auld foozers," urged Bennie in her ear.
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