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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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*Busche comb, n. [Flem. bus. Cf. Buschbome.] A comb of boxwood. —1646 Edinb. Test. LXII. 11.
Fyve dussane of busche combes, estimat all to iiij lib.