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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XII).
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Quotation dates: 1581-1623
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(Ȝuiking,) Yeuking, vbl. n. [Ȝuik v.] Itching, irritation. —1581-1623 James VI Poems I 163/468.
Quho cledd uith cloutis & eatin up uith uermine euer still Both nicht & day for yeuking are compellid to fidge thaire fill
