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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Oulie, n. (Dimin. of Oule n. owl: in e.m.E. (1583) to carry or send owls to Athens, = to carry coals to Newcastle.) —16.. Rudiments 40 b.
Thow carie ane oulie to Athens
