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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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Royet, -at, -ot, n. [e.m.E. royat (1567), -et (1587), roiot (1600), an irreg. var. of Riot n., or f. OF ruit noise, disorder (1250–1506 in Godefroy). Cf. later Sc. royet, which may however have in part a different origin (see etymological note to Royet in SND).] Disorderly behaviour; a breach of the peace. = Riot n. 3. b. An extravagant person; a waster. Cf. Riot n. 5. — 1603 Reg. Privy C. VI 590.
As matter of complent salbe brocht in befoir yow of ony royet, oppressioun, convocatioun of our liegis without licence [etc.]
1609 Crim. Trials III 50 (see Riot n. 3 (1)).
Royat
1644 Barry Hist. Orkney (1808) App. 483.
[That] the baillies of ilk isle … take exact tryall of the lawrightmen quarterly, of all bloods, royets [etc.]
1689 Inverness Kirk S. 57.
The Session … did referr the royot to the magistrates
b. 1610 Burnett of Leys 210.
I knowe he is noe royet nor spendthrifte

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