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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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(Scheering,) Sheering, vbl. n. [Scheer v.] The act of curdling. Cf. Schiring vbl. n. —1696 Donaldson Husbandry 82.
The sheering or curdling above mentioned