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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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AIRCHER, ARCHER, n.¹.  (See quots.) [′ertʃər, ′ɛrtʃər]Abd. 1825 Jam.²:
Archer, a marksman.Rxb. 1923 Watson W.-B.:
Aircher, one who takes aim.