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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Gaping, Gaiping, vbl. n. [ME. gapynge (c 1374).] Gaping; fig. eagerness. —15.. Sym & Bruder 134.
He swelt almaist For gaping and for ganting c1568 Lauder Minor P. i. 323.
With gaping, jowking, with mony bek and nod 1596 Dalr. I. 106/30.
Couetousnes, and gaiping eftir ryches
