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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Broche, v.2 [Of obscure origin: cf. Broth v. In later dial. as broich, broigh (also as sb.).] intr. To be in a profuse sweat. —1622 Crim. Trials III. 526.
He saw Cuthbert Greig … sueitting and brocheing in ane vncouth seiknes
