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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Stanchear, n. [Stanch(e v. Cf. 17th c. Eng. stancher (Cotgrave), stencher (1658).] One who quells wrongdoing, etc. —1453 14th Rep. Hist. MSS App. iii 9.
That nouther of thaim sal tak part with thaire awyn men bot be euynly reddaris and stanchearis of euill 1490 Irland Mir. I 166/12.
Thou moder of mercy … Causare of pes, stynchare [pr. stynthare] of woo & strive!
