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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Flaw, n.5 [Norw. flaa, ON. flá.] ‘An extent of ley or land under grass’ (J). —1597 Reg. Great S. 182/1.
Novem magnas lie flawis terrarum in villa de Burgh infra insulam de Westray
