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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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(Tulȝeoury,) Tuilȝeourie, n. [Tulȝ(e)our n.] A state of contention or dispute. —1608 Dundonald Par. Rec. 161.
Robert Broun … accused of leiding his lyf in ane continevall tvilȝeourie vith his sone, alegit that his sone straik him [etc.]
