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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Dawb, v. [e.m.E. and ME. dabbe; mod. dial. also daub.] tr. To dab with (the beak). —1560 Rolland Seven S. 8477.
Rauins thre, … waffand with thair wings, Dawbing thair nebbis
