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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Pigful(l, n. [Pig n.2]. A quantity filling a ‘pig’ or jar. —1590 Crim. Trials I. ii. 193.
Ane pig-full of … poysoune 1608 Hilderstoun Silver Mines I. 4 b.
Ane pigfull of ink 1609 Mining Rec. 150.
For ane pigfull of black cullour 1665–7 Lauder Jrnl. 92.
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