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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Quotation dates: 1618-1636
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Doun-calling, vbl. n. [Down adv. 5.] Lowering in value. — 1618–9 Misc. Spald. C. V. 142.
His Majestes proclamatioun anent douncalling of the pryces of gold 1636 Aberd. B. Rec. III. 102.
Anent the matter of the custumes intendit to be hightit, and doune calling of the dollouris
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