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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Schevetaine, Scheiftaine. Varr. of Chefftane n. (a chieftain). — 1494 Loutfut MS 22b.
Passis ay befor as scheuetaines a1578 Pitsc. I 266/1.
The Percieis of Northt thumberland was scheiftaine of the waingaird
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