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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Sarray, Sarré, adv. (F. serré (c1112 in Larousse), in close order, p.p. of serrer (Sarris v., pres.) to hold tightly, shut tightly, tighten, close, etc. Cf. also Sarraly adv.1) —1375 Barb. viii 296 (C).
And the formast of his menȝe … richt sarray [E. sarraly] to-gidder raid 1460 Hay Alex. 1612.
Bot thai war mony sturdie men and stout And held thame sarre togidder in ane rout
