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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Desolutt, a. [e.m.E. dissolute (1509–1612).] = Desolate a. 2. —1589 Coll. Aberd. & B. 354.
Thair … houssis and maner places being desolutt, westit, and maid emptie of plenissing
