Obs. rare1. In 5 -cuydaunce. [a. OF. surcuidance, f. surcuidant: see next and -ANCE.] = SURQUIDRY.
1481. Cov. Leet Bk., 476. The seid Scottes, of their Custumable pryde and surcuydaunce ramaynyng obstinatly in their first purpose.