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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Quotation dates: 1600-1699
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Breive, Breiw(e, n. [Gael. breitheamh.] A judge or justice in the Highlands. — 16.. Highland P. II. 265.
The breive of the Lewes 16.. Ib. 266.
This breiwe … is a kynd of judge amongst the Ilanderes 1667 Ib. 58.
The breive and his men 1667 Ib.
Quhen the breiw knew himself hated
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