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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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*Acquitment, n. [e.m.E. (1643).] Quittance, discharge (of a debt). —1550 Blk. Friars Perth 222.
By way of acquitment the said Patrik, Lord Gray, has contentit and payit to the said Freir Patrik . . ten pundis