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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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Quotation dates: 1537-1538
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Mastik, v. ? tr. ? To stick or fasten with or (fig.) as with the gum mastic. — a1538 Abell 91 a.
Quharfore I consall at dewot persone to euirilk day tak ane puynt of it & mastik in thi mynd with teris
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