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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Hunlaw, Hunlaue, var. of Unlaw n. (illegal action; the fine for this). — c 1272 Reg. Paisley 52.
Cum omnibus … aisiamentis et placitis de wot, de wrang et hunlaue 1507 Lanark B. Rec. 17.
To the pursifant at com for the hunlaw of the chakar
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