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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Loofsfull, n. [f. loofs possess. of loof Lufe n.2: cf. Lufeful.] A handful. —1643 Orkney Witch Trial in Misc. Abbotsf. C. I. 174.
Thrie loofsfull of water
