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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Possin, n. [MF and OF poçon (12th c. in Greimas), pochon, pot, cup, vase, replacing Posnet.] Possin pot = posnet pot, Posnet n. (comb.) —1584 Edinb. Test. XIII 191 b.
Ane beif pot ane kaill pot ane possin pot with pot boulis
