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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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(Murther,) Murder, n.3 [Cf. F. meurtrière fem. n., id.] = Murdris-hoill n., Murther-hole n. —1494 Loutfut MS. 130 a.
And this maner [sc. quadrangular] of fosis is best to be maid … and sa eithast to defend & thair murderris be weil diuisit and maid
