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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Capusche, Cappusch, n. Also: capuch. [e.m.E. capuche (1611), capouch (1592), F. capuche.] A hood. —Aberd. B. Rec. (J).
Ane sie capusche 1587 Perth Kirk S. 171 .
Having on her head a mutch or capuch, having written on the margins thereof her fact and crime 1612 Edinb. Test. XLVII. 8 b.
Ane auld broun cloik … ane auld cappusch
