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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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(Under-sete,) Underseat, n. [Sete n. 12.] ? = Onset(t n.2, a dwelling-site, a steading with dwelling-house and outhouses. —1661 Reg. Great S. 37/1.
The lands and barony of Dollas, with the mansion of Dollas called Haltown, Eddinwall, Rymuir … and Corrochchastle, comprehending lie sheilling, underseats, and glens following