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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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For(e)-, Foirskirt, n. [e.m.E. (1613).] A front skirt of a dress. —1551 Treas. Acc. X. 38.
Ane elne demygrane to lyne the for skirt of this goune a1585 Maitland Maitl. Q. ii. 13.
Thair gounis ar coistlie … , And thair foirskirt of silkis seir
