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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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ABREAST, adv. Local Scotticism for: Breast high (of an advancing wave).Gall. 1825 Jas. Mitchell Scotsman's Library 111:
The west wind blew a tempest, and, according to the common expression, brought in the water [of the Solway] three foot abreast.
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