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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
