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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Quotation dates: 1566
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(Ost-,) Oistage, n. Var. of Ostad n.: cf. also Demi-ostage n. —1566 Treasurer's Accounts XII. 22.
xlij elnis of blew oistage to be ane cuvering to ane bed and cannabie
