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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Afferitly, adv. [From afferit Aferd(e.] In a frightened manner; in fear. —c1552 Lynd. Mon. 1452.
Byrdis, with mony pietuous pew, Afferitlye in the air thay flew Ib. 3130.
Quhen thay saw that sycht, Afferitlye thay tuke the flycht
