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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Baillieschip, n. Also: balleschip. [ME. baillyship (Wyclif), bailiship, etc.] = Bailliery 1. —1566 Edinb. Old Acc. I. 62.
Be reason his baillieschipe is roun furthe Ib. 65.
Balleschip