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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Quotation dates: 1590
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Esmoy, n. [Older F. esmoi (mod. émoi).] Excitement. —c1590 J. Stewart 12/3.
The subtill smyling boy … Schot at this Roland ferslie with esmoy Ane feddrit flan