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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Charmer, Chairmer, n. [ME. charmer, -ere (c 1340), OF. charmere.] An enchanter. —1560 Rolland Seven S. 8971.
Fyne phisitianis, meruellous medicinaris, … Charmers of chaftis 1622 Falkirk Par. Rec. I. 31.
His goine to Stirling and consulting with Janet Andersoune, chairmer and witche
