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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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(Rangit,) Raingit, Rayngit, ppl. adj. [Rang(e n.1 4 a.] With strips of a contrasting material added as decoration; striped. See also Rainȝeit ppl. adj., Rainit ppl. adj. —1537 Treas. Acc. VI 340.
Ane doublat of rayngit fustiane 1575 Edinb. Test. III 365.
Collaris & … slevis of linssie raingit with silk 1602 Treas. Acc. MS 213.
Quhyte raingit satyne Ib. 272b.
Quhyte craip raingit with siluir
