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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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(Pure-band,) Puir-band, n. (Appar. Pur(e adj.2 and Band n.1 2 (metal strip for strengthening or hanging a door or gate): cf. later dial. puir-John ‘an auxiliary strip of wood used to bring a roof-rafter to the required height or slope’ (SND, s.v. Puir adj. 1 (2) (ii)).) —1671 Dunferm. Coal Acc. 8b.
A puir band to ane of the coilȝars housis 0.4.0. 1674 Ib. 25b.
A puir band to his door
