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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
Quotation dates: 1513
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Hornys, error for Holmes. — 1513 Edinb. Hammermen 81.
For vj eln quhit fusteane hornys to lyn the said vestment
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