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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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Masticot, n. [Late ME. and e.m.E. masticot(e (1472), mastecott, masket (1532), massicot (1658), F. massicot (1480 in Hatz.Darm.), also masticot (16th c.).] Massicot, yellow lead monoxide used as a pigment. —1501 Treas. Acc. II. 63.
Bocht to David Prat, payntour … i pund masticot, ij s. 1505–6 Ib. III. 184. 1506 Ib. 201. 1507 Ib. 402. 1537–8 M. Works Acc. (ed.) I. 215.
Cullouris to the furnessing of the paintouris … quhit alm, masticot, verdgreis
