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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Comprehens, n. [L. comprehensus, p.p. of comprehendere.] A person or party included in an agreement. —1543 Acts II. 426/1.
Gif the samin comprehens deteyne or withhald ony land, possessioun, or pensioun frome the kingis maiestie, … the samin comprehens sall nocht enjoye the benefite of that comprehensioun
