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First published 1960 (SND Vol. V).
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HAWM, v. Sometimes with ower. To work in a slovenly manner (Bnff. 1866 Gregor D. Bnff. 76, Bnff. 1956); to lounge, loaf about (Abd.¹³ 1920).Bnff. 1866 Gregor D. Bnff. 75:
Nane o' that hawman-our o' yir wark. Dee't up right, or else haud yir han's.