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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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(Soutarlike,) Sowttarlyk, adj. [Soutar n. and Like E 1.] Reminiscent of a shoemaker. —c1500-c1512 Dunb. (STS) xxvii 46.
Full sowttar lyk he wes of laitis, For ay betuix the harnes plaitis The vly birstit out
