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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Goar, v. [e.m.E. goar (16th c.). Cf. Goir v. and Gorar n.] tr. To gore. —1609 Skene Reg. Maj. ii. 135.
The samin paine is extended to all them quha … strikes, goars, or felles oxen or horse in time of leiding of cornes, or fewel