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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Quotation dates: 1600
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(Bauchill,) Bachill, n.2 [f. the vb.] A thing spoiled or distorted. —1600 Bruce in Calderwood VI. 92.
I know my letter sall be made a bachill of, and presented to his Majestie
