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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Quotation dates: 1590
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Cheliderect, n. [? For chelyderic, f. chelyder, -dre.] An amphibious serpent. —1590 Burel Pilgr. xii.
Thair wes the viper, and th' aspect … With the serpent cheliderect, Quhois stink is felt afar