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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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Manurar, -er, n. [Manur(e v.; also e.m.E. (1569).] One who farms or cultivates (land). —c1500 Harl. MS. 4700 282 a.
The proces to be led apoun the wranguis occupiar and manurar or lauborar of ony grond 1532 Dunferm. Reg. Ct. 69 (see Labourar n. 2 a). 1548 Inchcolm Chart. 90. 1561 Treas. Acc. XI. 64.
