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Quotation dates: 1807
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¶GENNET, n. A pet-name for a gun.Rxb. 1807 J. Ruickbie Way-side Cottager 108:
But overrun wi' cursed hares, Which of his kail took two full shares; Left him scarce ane, nor durst he cock His trusty gennet.
