Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
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Quotation dates: 1820
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†BANDER, n. One who is leagued with others in a bond or covenant. Arch.Sc. 1820 Scott Abbot xx.:
You are, therefore, to watch every attempt . . . to open any communication with any of the lords who have become banders in the west.
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