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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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(Pik-,) Pyk-shot, attrib. [Pik, of doubtful meaning and origin; and shot. Cf. Pik-moyan(e.] A variety of ammunition. — 1651 Aberd. Council Lett. III. 189.
Inventar off the pulder, ball [etc.] … sex canones and thear chalmeris. Item 20 pykshot ball … 10 croce bar shot
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