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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Quotation dates: 1661
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Fitt-solme, n. [f. fitt Fute n. and Sowm, chain.] ‘Footsoam, an iron chain … fixed to the yoke of the oxen next the plough’ (J). — 1661 Melrose R. Rec. I. 345.
Ane fitt solme and ane pleugh brydle
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