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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Quotation dates: 1532-1534
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Liquid, v. Also quasi-p.p. [f. Liquid,a.] tr. To set out clearly or specifically, to specify the particulars of, particularize; ? also. to assess, to nominate a value or monetary equivalent of. — 1532–3 Acta Conc. & Sess. (Stair S.) 101.
[In an action for recovery of stolen goods the pursuers are ordained to] liquid the punctis of said summons 1534 Acta Conc. Public Aff. 428.
Anent the assedatioune maid be the priour of Coldinghame to the abbot, that quhat landis war laid waist be weir suld be liquid and modifiit be the abbot of Halirudhous
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