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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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(Upgadering,) Wpgaddering, vbl. n. [19th c. Eng. upgathering (1884); Gadering vbl. n.] The action of collecting in (money). —1609 Inverurie B. Ct. 30 Nov.
William Fergus is chosin & electit thesawrer for wpgaddering of the few maillis for this ȝeir
