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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XII).
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(Wrichtschip,) Vrichtschip, Wrychtschip, n. [Wricht n.] a. The position of being a wright or carpenter. b. Workmanship with regard to things made of wood; woodwork. — a.1551 Reg. Privy S. IV 221/1.
Ane lettir maid to Henry Andersoun makand him ane of oure soverane ladyis gunnaris ordiner and daylie servand in hir service of wrychtschip — b.1555 Dundee B. Ct. III 18 (16 Dec.).
Anent the vrichtschip & biggane of ane hous & all effaris pertening to his werkmanschip
