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A Dictionary of the Older Scottish Tongue (up to 1700)

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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Ryens, Riens, n. [Late ME ryen adj. (c1450), made from rye; Ry n.] ? Rye grain. —1666 Nicolson Diurnals 2 Feb.
2 firl and ane halfe riens left also in the barne
Ib. 16 March.
Of ryens 2 boll 2 firl left standing in the barne

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