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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Avay, Away, v. Also: avey. [ME. avay, avey (14th c.), OF. avei-, avier to direct, instruct.] intr. To speak or plead, to present evidence or pleas, at law. 1410 Reg. Episc. Brechin I. 30.
The parteis awaiand to the court wpon bayth the sidis Ib. 31.
The rollement red, and the bischop awaiand for his part 1492 Acta Conc. 249/2.
Our souerane lord will caus his aduocatis to be present the said day to avey for his interes in the said mater