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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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BECHE, n. (See quot.) [bɪt.ʃ]Sc. 1886 J. Barrowman Sc. Mining Terms 9:
Beche (pronounced Bitch). A hollow cone for extracting broken rods from bore holes.
