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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Philly, -ie, -é, Phyllie. Varr. of Filly n.1 = a young mare. —1577 Douglas Corr. 231.
Six or seven horses mares and phillies 1665 Kirkcudbr. Test. (Reg. H.) 9 May.
5 phyllies 1667 Edinb. Test. LXXIII. 50.
Ane old meir & thrie philleis 1686 Depred. Clan Campbell 19.
Ane mare, 1 philly c 1690 Galloway P.
Tuintie pounds for ilk an of six young colts and phillies
