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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Soumyeis, n. (? Med. L. camisia (eccl.), chemisia (1206) etc., underwear, shirt, vest, ‘smock’ (Latham), late L. camisia shirt, surplice, L. camisia a linen shirt or nightgown (mod. Eng. chemise, f. the French).) —1522 Will Gavin Douglas in Doug. (Sm.) I p. cxxi.
Fatetur se habere in vestibus corporeis in partibus Anglie unam togam le tany satyn cum le soumyeis 1522 Will Gavin Douglas in Doug. (Sm.) I p. cxxi.
Item unam togam laneam in Scotia violeti coloris furritam, cum le soumyeis
