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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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(Quhow,) Whow, Howe, pron. (Representing e.m.E. who, how (1469): cf. Quho.) —1654 Fam. Innes 175.
To wryt a lyne to Doctour Douglas howe is Shereff of Bamfe and ane other to Mr. Johne Hay who is in the same office in our Shyre of Moray 1665 Forbes Baron Ct. 257.
All whow they did offend or wrong be thair ewill caryag or misbehaviour
