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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Jestar, n. [e.m.E. jester (1551), gestar, gester (c 1510).] = Jestour. —1540 Lynd. Sat. 2605 (Ch.).
Thir jugglars, jestars and idill cuitchours