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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Dyaken, -kyn, n. [ME. diakne, diacne, OF. diacne, dyacne, L. diaconus.] A deacon. —1456 Hay I. 21/15.
Prestis, dyakenys, and subdyakenis Ib. 291/35.
Hafand office of dyakyn