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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Paroch(e)-, Paroys-church, n. [ME. and e.m.E. parische-chirch (Wyclif). Cf. Paroch(e)-kirk and Pari(s)che-kirk.] A parish church. —1559 Kirkcaldy in Knox VI. 34.
As to paroys churchis they cleyns them of ymages 15.. Clar. ii. 290.
In sum paroch church go teache c1650 Spalding II. 6.