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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Katy, Kaity, n. [Pet form of the female name Katherine.] A wench; a mistress or whore. = Kittie and Kittok c. — 1540 Lynd. Sat. 267 (B).
Pray my lady Pryores … Gif it be syn to tak ane katy [Ch. Kaity]
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