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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Frentick, a. [ME. frentik (late 14th c.), reduced var. of Frenetik a.] Deranged. —1606 Birnie Kirk-b. vii. 11.
So if we be not frentick, our funerals should teach vs our transitory estate
