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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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(Scouring,) vbl. n.2 Also: scurring. [e.m.E. scuringe (c1471); Scour v.2] The action of rushing, making undue haste. — 1623 Elgin Rec. II 179.
James Bonyman for scurring and running prophanlie upone the hie streitis is ordenit to pay ane merk
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