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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Fectlie, adv. [f. Fect n.] Effectively. —c 1680 F. Sempill in Watson's Coll. i. 14.
God reward her for her love And kindness which I fectlie fand, Most ready still for my behoof