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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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Quotation dates: 1928
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LANTER, v. To foil, impede, hinder (Ork. 1929 Marw.). Also in whalers' usage.Sc. 1928 Scots Mag. (Oct.) 51:
To be lantered — that is, to be left on board when all the boats are away — is considered to be somewhat of a disgrace.
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