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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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(Mis-,) Myshaiffing, vbl. n. In plur., Misbehaviour, misconduct. —1525 St. P. Henry VIII IV. i. 312.
Our said Soverane Lord maist nobill persoun is drawin and inclinit to myshaiffingis and unvertuuse usagis
