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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
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‡RACHT, n. The cross-bar of a dresser, in phr. rachts and rances, id. (Abd. 1921 T.S.D.C.; Mry. 1967).
[A corruption of Rack, n.1, phs. influenced by Raghter.]Also raak (Sh. 1899 Shetland News (20 May)).
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