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First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV).
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†GAUD, v.3 “To make a shewy appearance, to be gaudy” (Fif. 1825 Jam.). The tr. use = to adorn, make showy, is found in 16th cent. Eng.
[From Eng. gaud, piece of showy finery.]
