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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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BAWM, n.² Balsam. [bɑ:m, bǫ:m]Ayr. 1912 G. Cunningham Verse, Maistly in the Doric 71:
Wi' its bawm, aipple-ringey, and roses.