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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Saifir, n. [Late ME salver (early 15th c.), salvour (c1430); agent-noun f. saif Saw v.2] One who salves or heals. fig. —a1568 Bann. MS 227b/13.
I aw hir honour ay … The confort of my cair, the saifir of my sair
