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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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(Schuleman,) Scholeman, n. Also: schoil-, school-. [S(c)hule n. or v.] One who shovels. = Schuler n. —1608 Hilderstoun Silver Mines I 5.
Schoilmen Ib. 10b.
Scholemen Ib. 14b.
Schoolmen