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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Devint, p.p. [L. dēvinctus; e.m.E. devinct (1614–43).] Bound. —1573 Acts III. 81/1.
The said lady being … obleist and devint to be cairfull of his hienes preseruatioun
