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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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(Roun-fluke,) Ron(e)-fluik, n. [Roun n.1 and Fluke n.1 19th c. Eng. roan fleuk (1882), rawn fleuk (1810), also rodden fluke ‘a general denomination for flounders and other flat fish’ (1802).] Some species of flat fish, perh. the turbot. — 1597–8 Household Bks. Jas. VI and Anne 24 Feb.
Twa paiddillis for ane ron fluik 1598 Ib. 17 May.
Ane rone fluik
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