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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Fedder, v. [ME. feder (1415), var. of fether, feþer (a 1340).] tr. To fit or ornament with a feather or feathers. —15.. Christis Kirk 102.
Than Lowrie as ane lyoun lap And sone ane flane culd fedder 1526 Treas. Acc. V. 274.
Thre fyne scarlat cappis fedderat and rubanit as efferit
