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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Puffie, adj. [e.m.E. puffie (1599), puffy (1616), f. Puff(e n. or v.] Puffie-cheek'd, having fat, round cheeks. —a1689 Cleland 105.
With this rose up … A puffie cheek'd red bearded mannie
