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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Gessar, Gesser, n. [e.m.E. gesser, ME. gessare (c 1440).] A guesser, diviner. —1560 Rolland Seven S. 8421.
Ly thow thair still, gessar of birdis sang 1595 Duncan App. Etym.
Augur, a gesser be the chirming of birds
