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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Gowning, -yng, n. [f. gown Goun n.] Material for a gown. —1559-60 Ayr B. Acc. 30.
For ane gowning to Christopher Gudman 1560–1 Ayr Common Good Acc. MS.
For ane gownyng of canves to the minister 1575 Bk. Univ. Kirk I. 335.
Anent the apperraling of the ministry the Assembly … thinke … vnseimlie … all kynd of gowning … of velvett, satine, … or sicklyke
