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First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV).
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FEARIE, adj. Afraid, apprehensive (Slk. 1825 Jam.; Uls.⁴ 1951).Rxb. 1807 J. Ruickbie Wayside Cottager 91:
It mades me dowie, sad, and fearie To hear them preach.