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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Battering, vbl. n.3 [Of obscure origin.] Stiffening, lining (?). —1503 Treas. Acc. II. 236.
Clath to the battering of the ermyng 1506 Ib. III. 41.
For v dosan of skinnis to the batering of it [sc. the robe ryall] Ib. 48.
Ledder skinnis to the battering of it
