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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Skilt, v. [Of uncertain origin, but cf. ME skelt (14th c.) to hasten, scatter. Also in the later dialect.] intr. to dart, skip. —a1689 Cleland 59.
The red haird glyed wanton lass Did skilt through woods ov'r banks and braes [etc.]
