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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XII).
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Ȝelding, Yuilding, ppl. adj. [ME and e.m.E. yeldinde (Ayenbite), yeelding (1553), yeldyng (1577).] Bearing progeny, productive. —1674 Kirkcudbr. Sheriff Ct. Deeds I 377.
[Six] soumes foure of yuilding caye and tuo of them sheepe and ane horse
