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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Stearchinge yrone, n. [ME and e.m.E. starchyng (1390-1), sterchyng (1444); Ste(a)rch n. and Irne n.] An implement for starching. —1658 Boyd Fam. P. No. 236 (27 Feb.).
Twa stearchinge yrones
