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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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(Schow,) Show, Shou, n.2 (Cf. later Sc. chows n. pl. ‘a particular kind of coal … much used in forges. … Perhaps the same word as Chow n.2 3 (= ‘a big lump or mass of something, turf, etc.’)’ (SND).) Also comb. with Cole n.1 —1673 Dunferm. Coal Acc. 21a.
19 load show coills maisters parte 1683 Fawside Coal Compt 110.
For shoues, £1 10 s. 4 d.
