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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
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Quotation dates: 1756
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†RINGLE, n.3 The roots of bent-grass. Cf. n.Eng. dial. (w)ringle-straw, bent-grass, Windle-Strae.Ayr. 1756 Session Papers, Newtown on Ayr v. Prestwick (18 Dec.) 29:
He has above 40 years ago gathered Bent or Ringle off the Hills.
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