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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XII).
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(Ȝois,) Yois, v. (Var. of Jois v. 1 a or Us(e v. 6 to enjoy, have the use of, occupy (lands).) tr. —1489 Wemyss Chart. 114.
The said Dame Margret to haue … full regres to hir said landis, … thame pesabily to yois and brwyk without ony impediment of the said knych
