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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Quotation dates: 1400
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Certanys, adv. [f. Certane adv., after Certis.] Certainly. — c1400 Troy-bk. ii. 674.
Sen that the Troyiens cyteȝanis And the grettest of thame certanys Of blynd wachingis blynd war maid
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