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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Ensens, v.. [ME. ensense (c 1400), OF. ensenser.] tr. To inform, instruct. —1431 Liber Melros 523.
The qwhilk assise … effectously counseilit & ensensit [etc.]