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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Laxation, n. [ME. (Trevisa) and e.m.E., L. laxātio.] Loosening, setting free. —1581 Burne Disput. 135.
His kingdome vil be at the heicht quhen the deuil sal be loused, quhilk laxation vil be knauin be vniuersal vickitnes
