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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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*Lachter, n. (? Erron.: ? read lathin Lathin(g n. in each case.) —1532 Reg. Cupar A. I. 314.
Ledderyng, schaffatting, lachter, fyr and fewell 1577–8 Inverness Rec. I. 160.
Ane hundreth lachter kabyr
