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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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(Schethe-making,) Schethmakin, vbl. n. [Scheth(e n. and Makin(g vbl. n.] The manufacture of sheaths, the craft of a sheath-maker. —1549–50 Edinb. Hammermen in Whitelaw Sc. Arms Makers 179.
To use and exerce dayly … the craft and laubouris schethmakin pennaris and sic grayth
