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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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(Robustik,) Rubustik, adj. [17th c. Eng. robustick (1683).] ? Requiring bodily strength for effective use; ? apt for vigorous and violent application. —1661 Reg. Privy C. 3 Ser. I 44.
[Indwellers in Restalrig, all armed with] swords, forks and other rubustik weapons
