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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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(Affect,) Affeck, n.2 [ME. and e.m.E. affect, L. affectus.] Desire, intention. —1570 Sat. P. xv. 126.
Gif ȝe sa faine wald haue hir To fulfill ȝour affeckis
