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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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OUTMETE, v. Also ootmete. To mete out, measure out.Kcb. 1897 T. Murray Frae the Heather 61:
True patriots, they respect the Queen, And ilka law ootmeted fair.

[Out, + mete. See note to Mett, v.]

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