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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Lengthning, vbl. n. [e.m.E. (1573), f. lengthen v. (1555).] = Lenthening vbl. n. —1558–9 Statut. Sc. Ch. 159.
Through lengthning of the saids procesis and exhorbitant expences
