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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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(Ruchnes,) Rowchnes, Rochness, n. [ME and e.m.E. rowȝnes (1398), roughnesse (1495); Ruch adj.] a. Harshness, severity; inclemency (of weather). b. Roughness to the touch. —a. 1558-66 Knox I 195.
As the hardis in baptisme signifie the rowchnes of the law, and the oyle the softnes of Goddis mercy
1608 Ellon Presb. 66.
[Owing to] the rochness of the wedder nane war convenit except the ministrie
b. 1587 Carmichael Etym. 28.
Scabrities, rowchnes

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