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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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LYAM, n. Also liam. A rope made of hair, a tether (s.Sc. 1808 Jam., App.). [′lɑeəm]s.Sc. 1885 W. Scrope Salmon Fishing 215:
A rope made of goats' hair, called “the lyams,” is fastened to the top bar of the Spear just above the shortest prong.

[O.Sc. lyam, 1501, Mid.Eng. lyame, a leash, O.Fr. liem, Lat. ligamen, a bond, cord for tying or binding.]

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