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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Leyis, Layes. In later place-names: cf. Ley n.2 and Ley n.3 —1570 Prot. Bk. J. Robeson MS. b.
Johnne Hammiltoun in the leyis of Leith 1641 Acts V. 629/1.
Thairfra to ane burne quhilk divydis the Lord Lovattis landis callet the eister layes
