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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Gleyar, -er, Gleir, n. [f. Gley v., Glee v.] One who squints. — a1585 Polwart Flyt. 788.
Gooked gleyar [H. gleyer; T. gleir] on the gallows
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