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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Counterplage, n. [Cf. Counterborch.] A counter-pledge. —c1550 Rolland C. Venus ii. 69.
Diuers gentillis will make to hir homage, And serue hir … , scho dar lay counterplage
