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First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV).
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HADABAND, n. Also hadi-band, haada-, had(d)a-baand. The cross-beam under the thwart of a boat which fastens the ribs securely (Sh. 1866 Edm. Gl., 1914 Angus Gl., Sh. 1956).Sh. 1899 J. Spence Folk-Lore 250:
Da boat wis filled ta da hadabaands.