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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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(Macer-,) Maserschip, n. = Macery. —1524 Reg. Privy S. I. 501/2.
Forsamekle as Patrik Maxtoun, maser, is now of grete aige, … we … gevis … to the said Olyver [his son] the said office of maserschip 1543 Ib. III. 45/1.