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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Donatist, n. [ME. donatiste (c 1460), med. L. donatista.] A Donatist. —1580 Cath. Tr. 42/24.
The Donatistes, quha called the cheare of Rome the cheare of pestilence c1590 Fowler II. 42/22.
Iustly he reprouis the donatists, quha did reioyce in their fewnes
