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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Schuikand. (? Erron. for schaking, vbl. n. of S(c)hake v. But perhaps for schuik and, with altered beginning of the line.) —1535 Stewart 25248.
He wes sworne … For till forgif … And neuir agane remember of sic thing, In handis schuikand maid gude suithning
