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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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UNDRAWN, ppl.adj. Also oon- (I.Sc.). Of straw: not arranged in uniform length for thatching (I.Sc., Bnff. 1973). See Draw, v., 16. (8).Edb. 1872 Trans. Highl. Soc. 166:
Loose straw in a confused condition or “undrawn” state, will not suit for the purpose of thatch.