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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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MU, n.² Also mø (Jak.). Saliva, moisture of the mouth (Sh. 1914 Angus Gl.). [mu, mø]Sh. 1908 Jak. (1928):
De mu o' de mooth; to swallow de mu.