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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Gin, conj. [Var. of Gif, Give, conj.] If. — 1622 Falkirk Par. Rec. I. 32.
The said Jon Dun being accusit gin he saw the said Cristiane Watsoune realie do the samyn … or not 1642 Ib. 119.
Mr Johne … being desyred to say moir gin he had any moir
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