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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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(Bosum,) Bowsum, v. [f. Bosumn.] intr. To form a bosom, to swell. —c1400 Troy-bk. ii. 1699.
Thai halit wp thare salis hie That bowsummit with the wyndis blast
