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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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(Under-bigging,) Wnder-biging, vbl. n. [Biggin(g n. 2.] The action of supporting or strengthening (a structure) by building under it. — 1600 Edinb. D. Guild Acc. 729.
For mending Mr. John Hallis lintell and wnder biging it with stane and lyme
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