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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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(Slegger,) Sledger, n.2 [Sleg n.] One whose trade involves using a sledgehammer. —1647 Douglas Bequest 25 Sept.
Comprehending the masounis and wrightis commounlie is callet sclaitteris cowperis glaisswrightis … carpenteris sledgeris painteris [etc.]
