A Dictionary of the Older Scottish Tongue (up to 1700)
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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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Quotation dates: 1499-1508
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Voké, Voky, n. [Obscure. Cf. Vokie adj.] Pride, arrogance, conceit. Also personified. — c1508 Chepman and Myllar Prints vii c 31.
Thou schryne secrete of stynkand voke & pride — personified a1500 King Hart 947.
To Covatice syn gif this bleis of fyre To Vant and Voky ȝe beir this rowm slef
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