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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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(Pikk-,) Pickit, ppl. a.1 [e.m.E. and ME. pycked (a 1400).] Cleaned with a pick, as a mill-wheel with a pick-hammer or the like. —1639 Urie Baron Ct. 82.
The maister of the myln … sall haue his myln redy pickit be fair day licht
