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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Dolent, n. [f. Dolent,a.] An expression of sorrow. —1583 Bk. Univ. Kirk II. 619.
The Erle of Arrane … beseiking the Assemblie … to present his regraits and dolents to his Majestie