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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
Quotation dates: 1549-1580
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Gers, v. [f. Gers,n.] tr. To graze, pasture. — 1580 Edinburgh Testaments VIII. 64 b.
The said James sall gers hir ȝeirlie sex lambes ?1549 Monro W. Isles 21.
The iyle Seunay, … guid for gersing store
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