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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Burr, n. [F. bourre fur, coarse wool used for stuffing.] = Burlat. 1533 Treas. Acc. VI. 179.
For half quarter rislis blak to be burris to ane pair of hois 1565 Ib. XI. 367.
ij quarteris of crammosie weluote, to be burris to the sex pair of hois 1599 Ib. MS. 42 b.
Taffitie to lyne ye neck burris and breistis of his doublet 1601 Tailor's Acc. Bk. 16.
For sewing to the burris and body of this same goun … Ane ell of taffatie to lyne the taillis and burris