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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
Quotation dates: 1562-1563
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(Dere-,) Deir-belufit, -belovit, a. [e.m.E. dere beloued (1549).] Dearly loved. — 1562-3 Winȝet I. 10/6.
In the bosumis of thaim mony wayis deirbelufit 1562-3 Ib. 10/26.
The deir belouit dochter of God
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