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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Leming, ppl. a. Also: leaming. [ME. and e.m.E. lemynge (1387), -inge, leaming.] = Lemand. —15.. Clar. i. 672.
With croune of gold … Of leming stainis casting pleasant licht 1587-99 Hume iv. 124.
Sa sall the Lord appeare … With leaming light
