Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1968 (SND Vol. VII).
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Quotation dates: 1757
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†PREQUEER, v., intr. Sc. form of rare and obs. Eng. perquire, to enquire diligently, ascertain, find out about. The Sc. form may be a misreading for per-.Bwk. 1757 G. Ridpath Diary (S.H.S.) 130:
Sate up late prequeering about Douglas.