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(Strenȝeand,) Strenyeand, Streynand, Straining, ppl. adj. [ME and e.m.E. streynynge (Trevisa), straynyng (1530), straining (1534); Strenȝe v.1] a. That causes strain; compelling, urgent. b. ? That is capable of bearing strain, ? stretching. —a. 1422 Stirlings of Keir 208.
For twenti mark of vsual monetht of Scotland to me in my mekylmystare and streynand nede 1433 (1430) Reg. Great S. 38/2.
Wyt yhe me in my strenyeand myster til haf put in wede [etc.] —b. 1684 Misc. Bann. C. III 335.
Thirtene great straining frames for the Kinges pictures in the gallerie at his majesties Palace of Halyroodhouse, at 3 s. 4 d. sterling per piece
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