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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Bandwin, n. [Band n.²] ‘As many reapers as may be served by one bandster’ (Jam.). —1642 Aberd. Sheriff Ct. III. 37.
Ane bandwinn of huiks ane day in harvest yeirlie