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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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(Raine,) Rayne, n. (F. raine a frog.) — 1494 Loutfut MS 35a.
Raynes ar lik to the form of a padok suppos thai be nocht of that natur 1584 Sempill Sat. P. xlv 336.
Scho tuike some part of white wyne dreggis Wounded rayne and blak hen eggis
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