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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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Unsowping, pres. p. [Un- prefix1 and Soup v.1] Not having supper. —1613 Misc. Maitl. C. I 421.
Mr. George came in one nicht in his house, and speirit quhy thei were so long vnsowping; said, Quhat will ye give me and I sall tell yow quhat is in your ambrie?
