Middle English Dictionary Entry

rēken v.(2)
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Definitions (Senses and Subsenses)

1.
(a) To cover over (sth.), bury (sb.); conceal (malice, deceit); also ppl. reke as adj.; (b) to steep (flax) by immersing in water.

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Note: Past participles in i- (ireke, etc.) may belong to raken v.(1).