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First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV).
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FOLLY, n. Also follie. A prank, a piece of fun (Sh. 1952), with slightly derogatory force.Ork. 1880 Dennison Sketch-Bk. 18:
He was aye rhyman' for his follie.Cai. 1909 D. Houston 'E Silkie Man 5:
'Ey thocht she'd geen t' Strowma for a folly.
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