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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Scalerig, n. (?) —1604-31 Craig iv 31.
Subtill merchandes … , vnprofitable importers Of needlesse thinges, which men buy head-longes, rash, As scalerigs, wyne, tobacko and such trash
