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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Flot-quhaye, n. [Cf. Flott,n.¹ and OE. flotsmeru.] The thick floating layer of boiled whey. —1549 Compl. 43/2.
Curdis and quhaye, sourkittis, … reyme, flot quhaye