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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Quotation dates: 1590
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Joying, vbl. n. [e.m.E., ME. ioynge (c 1300).] Rejoicing. —1590 Burel Pilgr. ii. iv.
Wearie men … Whois noying to ioying, Wes changit suddenlie