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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Behoung, p.p. [e.m.E. behung (1622), ME. byhong, bihongen, OE. behongen.] Hung about. —c1550 Rolland C. Venus i. 84.
With scarlet cap … Behoung with gold
