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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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(Slefe,) Slewe, v.2 [ME and e.m.E. sleve (Prompt. Parv.), sleeve (1598); Slef(e n.] To fit (a garment) with a sleeve. —c1631 Tailor's Acc. Bk. B. 13.
For ane quarter of buckruim to slewe the govne
