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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
Quotation dates: 1491
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Sinkantyr, n. [e.m.E. cenkanter (c1540), singcantor (1581), sinckanter (1596) etc., of unknown origin.] A contemptuous or pejorative term applied to (usually, old) men. — 1491 Acts Lords of Council I 203/2.
Donalde Johnestone sinka[n]tyr
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