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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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(Hak-), Hack-heid, n. [Hak v.] The head of a cutting or chipping tool. —1673 Peebles B. Rec. II. 88.
Ane yron hammer, … , ane yron hackheid, … confest stollin be the said William