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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
Quotation dates: 1502, 1698
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Bere-riddill, Bear-riddell, n. [Bere n.2] A riddle for barley. — 1502 Acts Lords of Council MS. XII. 84.
Ane bere riddill 1698 Edinburgh Testaments LXXX. 312.
Ane old weaght and ane bear riddell
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