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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Araby, Arraby, n.2 [OF. Arabi, Arrabi; also ME. Arabee, e.m.E. Araby (16th c.).] An Arabian. —?1438 Alex. i. 1151 (he saw ane hardy Arraby); 1177 (he smot ane Araby).

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