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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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Raining, vbl. n.2 [Cf. Rainit, Rangit, Rang(e n.1 4 a.] ? Strips of contrasting material applied decoratively to a garment. — 1611 Mar & Kellie MSS 68.
Bill for a suit of clothes. … Given for cutting the sleeves and rainings of them … v s. vj d.
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