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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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(Crimeles,) Crymeles, a. [e.m.E. crimelesse (1593), f. Crime n.] Free from crime. —a1568 Bann. MS. 224 b/26.
Thocht I be clene crymeles in every art, I grant ane falt