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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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(Under-schiref,) Undir-schiref, n. [Late ME and e.m.E. undershireve, -shyreve (both 1431); S(c)hiref n.] A deputy sheriff. —1410–11 Reg. Episc. Brechin. I 32.
Johne of Ogilby undirsch[i]ref