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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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(Ale-,) Ayle-silver, n. [Silver n.] Payment for ale. —1541 Aberd. B. Rec. I. 1751.
Quhilk ayle siluer the said Agnes refuisyt to deliuer