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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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Martir, n.3 Plur. marturis, martrys. [ME. (13th c.) and e.m.E. martre, -ter, -tir, -tyr, F. martre (11th c.), med. L. martira. Cf. Martrik and Matir.] The marten or its fur. Also attrib. in martirwame. —1431 Exch. R. IV. 538.
De duabus pellibus marturis c1420 Bute MS. 170.
Skynnys of toddys qwhytredys martrys kattys [etc.] —1452 Exch. R. v. 501.
Pro octuaginta pellibus qui dicuntur martirwamys [pr. mer-]
