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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Byess, n. [e.m.E. byas (1530), F. biais. Cf. Byas bowl.] An oblique cut in a garment. — a 1568 Sempill Sat. P. xlviii. 67.
Gif the byess be wyd, gar lay it on syd
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