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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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UNSWEEL, v. To unwind, unwrap. See Sweel, v.²Slg. 1901 R. Buchanan Works 156:
The guidwife after unsweeling a row o' flannen frae her chafts unbars the door.