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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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*Lammie, n. [Dimin. of Lam n.] As a term of endearment: cf. Lambie. —1662 Forbes Cantus (ed. 1666) xlix.
Will said to his Mammie [etc.] . . [She replies:] Soft a while, my lammie, Stay and yet abide
