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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
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BLAD, n.1 “A dirty spot on the cheek, perhaps q[uasi] the effect of a blow” (Sc. 1808 Jam.).Ags.2 1934:
Blad, a lump or spot of dirt.

[Jamieson's suggestion, if right, would connect this word with Blaud, n.1, 2, a stroke, and Blaud, v., 2, to strike, etc., but see Bladd, n., below. Cf. Beff, n.1, a blow, and hence a swelling, as the result of a blow. See Blett, n., 1.]

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