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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Erd-dike, Eard-dyk, n. [Erd(e n. 3.] A wall of earth. —1513 Doug. vii. iii. 25.
Hys first mansioun … With turettis, fowsy, and erd dikis ilk deill 1637 Reg. Great S. 231/2.
Ane park of grase per lie ane eard dyk circumcinctum
