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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Fistand, a. [f. e.m.E. fyste, fyest, ME. fyistyn (c 1440).] Breaking wind. —1540 Lynd. Sat. (1602) 2137.
Ane fistand flag, a flagartie fuffe