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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Proclam(e, n. [f. Proclamev.: cf. F. proclame, med. L. proclama.] A proclamation. = Proclamatio(u)n n. 1. —1461 Peebles B. Rec. I 142.
Than the suttis callyt Pat Kello efter lang lentht of tym bydin efter a proclam maid at the dur gaif that for dom 1535 Stewart 17900.
And that same tyme maid ane oppin proclame [: hame] All suld be reddie at set da and place Ib. 20509.
Quhen the herald had maid his proclame He tuke his leif and syne he sped him hame
