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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Fumous, a. [ME. (1430–40), F. fumeux, L. fūmōsus.] Full of fume, furious. —c1550 Rolland Ct. Venus i. 617.
The ȝoungkeir … with fax aud face fumous, Richt stomochat