Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV).
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†FAILLZENCY, n. Default, failure.Bwk. 1710 Stitchill Court Bk. (S.H.S.) 164:
Upon ther negligence and faillzency herein impowers the officer within the Barronnie to poynd summarily.