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In the case of those entries which have already been revised and had new research incorporated, a 'Revised draft' version will be available. These draft entries have not been previously published, and may be altered in the future if further relevant material comes to light.

Here is the revised version of magpie.

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There is an Earlier button to allow you to view the Second Edition entry for this word, making it easy to compare and contrast the changes which have been made to the entry.

Here is the earlier version of magpie.

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