rane1
/reɪn/(also raen, ren, rone) Scottish. Now rare
noun
A prolonged or repeated cry or utterance; a long string of words; a rhyme, a song.
Origin
Late 15th century (in an earlier sense). Origin uncertain; perhaps from Scottish Gaelic rán shout, roar. Scottish Gaelic rann has also been compared.
rane2
/reɪn/(also raen) Scottish. Now rare
verb
[no object] To wail or complain incessantly or repeatedly; to utter a continuous noise. Also with object: to utter (something) repeatedly, to recite (something).
Origin
Early 16th century; earliest use found in Gavin Douglas (c1476–1522), poet and bishop of Dunkeld. Origin uncertain; perhaps from rane.
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- quicksilverish
- quicksilverishness
- quicksilvery
- quick smart
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- quickstep
- quick-stick
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- quick succession
- quick-tempered
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- quick trick
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- quick-witted
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- quick-work
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