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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Drefe, v. [ME. dreve (c 1300), OE. drǽfan.] tr. To drive, force away. —c1475 Wall. xi. 1330.
Bot cowatice thé ay fra honour drefyd [1570 dreft]
