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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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(Scarsit,) Scairced, ppl. adj. [Cf. Scarse v.] Inadequately supplied (with (of) victuals). — 1646 Baillie II 417*.
The marques … desyred, that in regard of the season … and scairced of victuals, a part of the foot might only be given to him
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"Scarsit ppl. adj.". Dictionary of the Scots Language. 2004. Scottish Language Dictionaries Ltd. Accessed 4 May 2024 <http://www.dsl.ac.uk/entry/dost/scarsit>
