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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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(Vesying,) Visiting, ppl. adj. [17th c. Eng. visiting (Shakespeare).] That visits or afflicts. (Cf. Vesy v. 3.) —1613 Fraserburgh Kirk S. 25 (4 Nov.).
He was recentlie cum furth from in vndar the visiting hand of God by ane dangerous feuer