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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Quotation dates: 1529, 1598
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Busching, vbl. n. [f. Busch v.3 or n.3] Fitting with bushes. — 1529 Master of Works Accounts I. 8 b.
For the schoyng & buschyng of the samyn quhelis 1598 Treasurer's Accounts MS. 86 b.
For irne and steill … for the furnissing of the cannoun, & busching of hir and the twa pair of batterit quheillis
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