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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Insane, a. [L. insānus, e.m.E. insane (1605).] Insane, mentally deranged. —c1550 Rolland Ct. Venus iii. 259.
Than said Venus, with mind almaist insane, ‘It salbe sa, as I haif imperat.’
