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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
Quotation dates: 1600-1610
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Hiffer, n. [ad. e.m.E. heiffer.] A heifer. — 1600-1610 Melvill 158.
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