Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1952 (SND Vol. III).
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Quotation dates: 1713-1714
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†DIMIT, v. To dismiss, let go. Obs. in Eng. since 16th cent.Sc. a.1714 in Earls of Crm. (ed. Fraser 1876) II. 468:
He procured his liberty from his brother, on condition that he should resigne his tack in McKenzie's favours; on which termes he wes dimitted.
