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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Kall, Kaw, varr. of Call v. 3 (additional quotations). tr., also absol., to urge on (hounds); to drive (the oxen drawing a plough). —a1568 Balnavis Bann. MS. 139 a/76.
Quhen on that beist at thy requeist Thy kennettis will nocht kaw [M. caw] 15.. Wyf Awcht. 42.
Jok, will thow be maister of wark, And thow sall had and I sall kall
