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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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(Ring,) Ryng, Ryne, n.4 (LG ring a measure of boards. Also 17th c. Eng. (1674).) —1597 Skipper's Acc. (Morton) 22a.
For ane half ryne cnapehalte vi marke 1626 Edinb. Test. LIII 274b.
Ten ryng of knappill extending to tua thowsand knappill
