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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Pitt, v.³ [Pitt n.², or var. of Put v.²] tr. To provide with a projecting piece of masonry. —1652 Lanark B. Rec. 149.
The outshote to be pittit with ane staine chimney