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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Coursly, adv. [e.m.E. coursely (1548), f. Course a.] Coarsely, rudely. —c1590 Fowler II. 28/3.
He … offred vnto me sic coursly common courtesie, as na man almaist without … churlishnes, can neglect
