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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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(Outrek-,) Outreikable, a. [Outreke v.] Of troops for military service: Requiring to be ‘found’ or made forthcoming and equipped (from (furth of) a stentable area). — 1688 Reg. Privy C. 3 Ser. XIII. 346.
Threttie shilling … to be payed for ilk footman of the haill militia for paying and satisfieing the said fourth part outreikable furth of the shyre [etc.]
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