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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Laithles, a. [Error for laitles, as in the later dial., f. lait Late n.1] Lacking in good manners, unmannerly. —a1500 Gol. & Gaw. 157.
Thare come ane laithles leid air to this place
