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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Hurdys, n. [ME. hourdeys, hurdeys, -is, -ys (14th c.), OF. hourdeis, -is.] A palisade. —a1500 Gol. & Gaw. 469.
Wrightis welterand doune treis, … , Ordanit hurdys ful hie