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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Kemmyng, Kembing, vbl. n. [ME. kemynge (c 1440), f. Kem v.] Combing. —1456 Hay II. 121/2.
The kembing of thy hede chacis all the vapouris [etc.] c1500-c1512 Dunb. Tua Mar. W. 182 (Ch. & M.).
Alse curtly of his clething and kemmyng of his hair
