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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Argent, v. [F. argenter.] tr. To silver. —1575 Edinb. Test. III. 364 b.
Chenȝeis, karkanis, ammellit & argentit 1589 Treas. Acc. MS. 166.
Tua brydill bittis to hir maiesties hors; gilting & argenting thair of
