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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Ourfret, v. P.t. -fret. [Frete v.2 But chiefly in the p.p. (see Ourfretp.p.).] tr. To adorn or decorate all over. — a1500 Lanc. 2478.
Natur the erth of many diuers hew Ourfret
1513 Doug. vii. Prol. 162.
The chil wyntir cald Quhen frostis doith ourfret baith firth and fald

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