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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XII).
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(Wyring,) Weiring, Wayring, vbl. n. [Wyre v. b.] The action of fitting (a window) with a metal grille. — 1646 Sc. N. & Q. XII 61.
For wayring of my lordes glessin window 1690 Sc. N. & Q. VII 174.
Agreed with Robert Burnet glazier for glazing and weiring all the windowes of the church
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