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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Lambmes-tyd, n. [ME. (c 1330) lammesse-, e.m.E. lammas-tide.] Lammas-tide, the time of year about Lammas. —1602 Dundonald Par. Rec. 14.
About the Lambmes tyd the said Bessie maid mekill work in kirning
