Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1952 (SND Vol. III). Includes material from the 1976 supplement.
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Quotation dates: 1723, 1825, 1910
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EXTEND, v. 1. Sc. law: to make a final copy of a legal document for signature (Sc. 1882 J. Ogilvie Imperial Dict.).Sc. 1825 Anon. Writer's Clerk II. 16:
I never drew or extended a disposition.Sc. 1910 D. Murray Legal Practice in Ayr 21:
In England they always speak of “engrossing” a deed; in Scotland we call it “extending”, no doubt a reminiscence of the old notarial practice.
2. To tax, assess, levy. See Stent, v. Ayr. 1723 Ayr Presb. Reg. MS. (30 Oct.):
To intimate & collect in each paroch to contribute for building ane bridge over the watter of Down near dalrimple kirk: & to recom[m]end it to their people to extend themselves therein, being its represented by these concerned that the work is in great forwardnes & the expensses growing beyond expectation.
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