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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Quotation dates: 1581
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Puline, ? misreading of pullie Pul(l)é n. (pulley). —1581 Old Dundee I 81.
Ilk neighbour to have ane buist, or ane box hung above his buird, with ane puline hung thereat, for correcting of the banners and swearers