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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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(Ruk,) Ruck. ? Erron. for, or ? var. of, Rak n.1 2 (= a rush (of wind)). — 1650 Inverurie 308.
He had told them often that the Covenant and work of reformation was a cloud, and now it was dispelled in a ruck of stinking wind
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