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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Quotation dates: 1498-1528
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Inherdand, pres. p. and n. [Var. of Anherdand n.] Adhering, adherent; an adherent. — a1499 Contemplacioun of Synnaris 991.
His cumly cors celestiale Thai cled with purpour silk … Inherdand to his blude imperiale 1513 Doug. x. xiii. 57.
Authores, ane of gret Hercules ferys, … Inherdand to Evander the Arcaid 1528 Charter (Reg. H.) C. O. No. 94.
For him self his kyn frendis serwandis inherdandis & part takaris
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