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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Cowdeich, -eche, var. of Cuddech (a night's provisions). — 1540 Red Bk. Grandtully I. 82.
Vnum lee cowdeich solitum c1585 Waus Corr. II. 544.
Gif occasioun serue, I think to vse yow, as I war ane heland man taking my cowdeich 1600 Bk. Rates 10 (from end).
Ane cowdeche to ane prebendar or chaiplane
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