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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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*Ladane, n. [MF. ladane (Cotgrave), L. lādanum, e.m.E. (1551) ladanum.] Ladanum, the resinous gum. —1568 Skeyne Descr. Pest 31.
In sommer with vatter of rosis. .eikand thairtill at all tymes sa meikill of ladane as salbe thocht expedient
