A Dictionary of the Older Scottish Tongue (up to 1700)
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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Paithment, irreg. spelling of Payment n. on the analogy of paithment Pathement n., beside payment Pament n. —1539–41 M. Works Acc. (ed.) I. 264.
Four termes payment of his restis of taxtis … conforme to the … termes of paithment gewin be the kingis grace
