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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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(Slefing,) Scleving, vbl. n. [e.m.E. slevyng (1495-6); Slef(e n.] The action of fitting sleeves in a garment. —1511 Treas. Acc. IV 224.
Item, for scleving and mending of ane auld kirtill of dames
