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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Quotation dates: 1540
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Stewat, n. [Stew n. or v.] A stinking creature. — 1540 Lynd. Sat. 2486.
Thow art ane stewat [B. stif knaif], I stand foird 1540 Lynd. Sat. 2489 (Ch.).
Thir stewats stinks as thay war broks
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