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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Quotation dates: 1600-1610
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Starkineing, vbl. n. [Starkyn v.] Strengthening, consolidating. — 1600-1610 Melvill 782.
That they mycht … won sum further ground, and further poynt and starkineing of thair estait
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