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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Quotation dates: 1539
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Chauffron, n. [OF. chaufrain. Cf. late ME. shawfron, e.m.E. shaffron.] A frontlet for a barded horse. —1539 Treasurer's Accounts VII. 50.
For ane blak and quhite hostrige fedder for the chauffron and ane fedder for the hors heid
