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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Quotation dates: 1613
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Draine-wall, n. ? A drain-hole. — 1613 Frasers of Philorth 274.
Beginand at the water sink beȝond the draine wall 1613 Ib.
The sink … besouthe the said draine wall
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