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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Deceavable, -ceiveable, a. [e.m.E. forms of Dissavabill.] Deceitful, deceptive. —1558-66 Knox II. 30.
Gif I should flatter youre Grace, I war … ane deceavable traitor 1596 Dalr. II. 154/15.
As the thochtes of men oft ar deceiueable
