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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Quotation dates: 1584
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Aider, Ayder, n. (adyr). [e.m.E. ayder (1514), aider.] A helper or assister. —1584 Acts III. 294/2 (the lait rebellioun and ayderis thairof). 1584 Gray Lett. & P. 25 (adyris or abettours of pirates).
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