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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XII).
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(Ȝimp,) Yimp, adj. [? Var. of Gymp adj.] ? Fine. —1694 Inchmahome Pr. 162.
Ane standing bed with blew damask knot hingings lyned with orange, haveing the pand of yimp silk