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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Schrift fader. [ME and e.m.E. schrift-feder (Ancr. R.), -fader (1398); Schrift n. 1 and Fader n.] (One's) confessor. —1533 Gau 3/15.
Quhow men and vemen … sal rekkine al thair sinnis to thair schrift fader