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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. X).
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Thek(e, n. [L. thēca. Cf. 17th c. Eng. theca (1662) a receptacle, a cell.] A receptacle or container of some kind. —1554 Misc. Bann. C. III 69.
Onye thingis in oure schrinis, copheris, thekis, kistis [etc.]
