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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Gud(e)-doar, Guid-doer, n. Also: guduar. [ME. goodedoer, guod doere (1340).] A benefactor. —1450 Peebles B. Rec. 15.
The sext mes sai be the mes Salus populi, with a collec for al our gud doaris 1462 Ib. 146.
The fundaris and guduaris of that place 1588 King Cat. 18.
To beseike thé to receaue in thy protection al my gud doars 1600 Hamilton Facile Tr. Pray. 2.
Grant this, guid God, to al my guid doers
