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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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(Schiring,) Shiring, vbl. n. [? Schire v., or ? var. of Scheering vbl. n.] ? Curdling, separating (liquid). —1679 Kirkcudbr. Sheriff Ct. Processes No. 326.
Ten grots for shiring and ten grots for ane peck of meil
