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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Dous, n. [e.m.E. douce (a 1625), dowse; cf. douse v. (1559).] An impact, shock. —1535 Stewart 46368.
With sic ane dous togidder that tha draif, Quhill speris brak
