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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. X).
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Sumbesetting, vbl. n. [Erron. for Umbesetting vbl. n.] —1582–3 Elgin Rec. I 170.
Anent the allegit trubling of the town and svmbesetting William Gibson, ane of the bailȝeis
