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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II). Includes material from the 1976 supplement.
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†CHOOSE, v. To desire, wish for. This meaning was in vulgar use in Eng. in 18th and 19th cents. (see N.E.D.).Sc. 1818 S. E. Ferrier Marriage I. v.:
“Does your Ladyship choose any tea?” asked Miss Nicky, as she disseminated the little cups of coarse black liquid.Mry. 1914 H. J. Warwick Tales 107: 
Askin, as prim as ye please - "Do you choose cream, papa?"