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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Quotation dates: 1569-1649
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Scowtch, Skowyth, Scott, n. [? Cf. Scutcheon n.2] ? A barrel, keg, or other such container. — 1569 Crail B. Ct. MS 14 June.
Half ane howndreth skowyth gyrdis price vj s. viij d. 1600 Wedderb. Compt Bk. 164.
A boll beir for a wyn scott 1649 Aberd. Sheriff Ct. III 48.
Steilling thifteouslie of thrie bolls of meill and shilling in stowin scowtches about the said myln
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