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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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(Scharning,) Sherning, vbl. n. [? Scharn n. Also as a verb in the later dial.] ? The action of soiling (someone) with dung, or ? of insulting by the use of foul language. ? Also as a place-name element. — 1617 Ritchie Ch. S. Baldred 161.
Jhone Airthe … had abusit Alexander Davieson … efter drinking by sherning him, and therefter coming furthe be manacing to stryk him — 1165 Facs. Nat. MSS I xxxviii.
Confirmamus … terciam partem ville de Xernwingeslawe
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