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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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Rochoun, n. [Cf. north. ME rochen having the nature of rock (once, Cursor M.).] A rock. = Roche n. —1460 Hay Alex. MS 10829.
And as thai past nereby ane hie rochoun Thay saw grete myne of gold was fallin doun
