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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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BANKSTERSHIP, n. (See quots.)Sh. 1866 Edm. Gl.:
“Through bankstership” — by force, without permission.Sh. 1914 Angus Gl.:
Bankstership, compulsion.