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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XII).
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Yorne, n. [Var. of Irne n. 2.] An instrument made of iron, specif., hoing yorne, a hoe. —1658 Boyd Fam. P. No. 236 (27 Feb.).
Three panis tua pottis an fleshhook an hoing yorne ane old frying pan an droping pan
