Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1952 (SND Vol. III).
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†COVENER, n. A Sc. form of Eng. convener.Ayr. 1822 Galt Provost ii.:
Mr Alexander Clues, that was then deacon Covener, and a man of great potency in his way.
