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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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(Mal-,) Male-report, n. [Cf. Misreport n.] Evil report or rumour. —1670 Glasgow B. Rec. III. 126.
Many male reportis ar rysen by their bordle houssis so keepit
