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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Gene, Ghen, n. [F. gêne, OF. gehine.] An instrument of torture. — 1579 Acts Sederunt 29 June (J).
To put thaim or either of thaim in the buittis, genis, or ony uther tormentis 1601 Melvill 496.
The ghen, the torment, and the rak
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