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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Schonk, v. [Of unknown origin. See also Wall. iii 147, s.v. To-schonk v.] ? intr. To shatter, or ? tr. To break to pieces, to splinter. —a1500 Gol. & Gaw. 619.
Thair speris in splendris sprent, On scheldis schonkit and schent
