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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Outgers, n. [Gers n.] Outlying, as opposed to inlying, grazing land: cf. Ingres n.2 —1540 3rd Rep. Hist. MSS. App. 406/2.
Cum tribus lie sowmis animalium in lie ingers et tribus in lie outgers
