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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Accurat, Acurat, a. [L. accūrāt-us, whence also e.m.E. accurate (1612).] Accurate. Also Accuratlie, adv. —1581 Hamilton Cath. Tr. 10 b (ane mair acurat vark). 1600-1610 Melvill 49 (first schortlie, syne mor accuratlie).