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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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Ringit, ppl. adj. [Ring v.¹ Cf. e.m.E. ring = to surround, encompass (c1590).] Enclosed by a wall or dyke. —1617 Orkney Sheriff Ct. 5 Sept. in Marwick The Orkney Norn s.v. Ringit-quoy 142 (see Quoy n.² (2)).
Ane ringit quoy