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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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Quotation dates: 1808

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†MAUM, v. To soften or mature from the effects of rain or steeping in liquid (Sc. 1808 Jam.).n.Sc. 1808 Jam.:
Malt is said to maum, when steeped.

[Vbl. extension of Eng. dial. malm, mellow, or back formation from Maumie.]

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