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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Destanyt, p.p. [ME. destenied (c 1400); cf. Desteny,p.p.] Destined. —a1500 Gol. & Gaw. 948.
Sic dintis he delt to that doughty, Leit hym destanyt to danger and dreid