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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Devoring, vbl. n. [f. Devore,v.] Devouring. —1562-3 Winȝet I. 44/21.
The deuoring of the patrimonie of the kirk 1611 Edinb. B. Rec. VI. 71.
Throw deceis of the said Daniel be devoring and putting doun of himself
