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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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Reskewar, n. [e.m.E. rescuer (1553); Reskew v.1] One who rescues. — 1535 Stewart 23541.
The haill reskewar of oure libertie c1475 Wall. (1570) viii 1641.
Thow richt reskewar [MS restorer] of thy natiue land
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