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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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(Prenit,) Prein-, Preened, ppl. adj. [Prene v.2] Adorned, decked out. — 1598 James VI Basil. Doron 174/5.
Claithis … soulde not … be thaire painted preined [1603 preened] facon serue for baitis to filthie leacherie
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"Prenit ppl. adj.". Dictionary of the Scots Language. 2004. Scottish Language Dictionaries Ltd. Accessed 18 Apr 2024 <http://www.dsl.ac.uk/entry/dost/prenit>
