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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Fermary, n. [ME. fermary (15th c.), -ery (c 1394), OF. enfermerie. Cf. Firmoray.] An infirmary. —1563 Edinb. B. Deeds 85.
The tofall of the fermary