Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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¶TINTE, n. Injury, harm, damage.Sh. 1821 Scott Pirate Note vii.:
Andrew of Scotland king. St George of England, brave indeed, Who to the Jews wrought muckle tinte.
