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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Ruge, n. [Cf. F. rugir (1120 in Greimas), L. rugīre to roar.] Roaring. —c1500-c1512 Dunb. (OUP) 7/19.
As lyounis with awfull ruge [: juge] In yre thay hurlit him heir and thair
