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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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By-girdle, n. [By adv. 1. Cf. By-purs.] An additional girdle (serving as a purse). —1646 Edinb. Test. LXII. 169 b.
In his by girdle certane qu[h]yt money1658 Brechin Test. VI. 163.
Ane bygirdle with ane pair of searge hose
