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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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But, Butt, n.4 [ME. butte (1423), F. boute, botte: see Bote n.1] A butt or cask. 1606 Conv. Burghs II. 228.
Of … ilk foure butis Spanis wyne estemit to ane sek 1614 Dundee Shipping L. 243.
Ane but of wyne … twa buttis of wyne
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