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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Levious, a. [Irreg. f. L. levis, by anal. with ponderous.] Light. —1663 Old Ross-shire I. 379.
I will give you that advyse that has proven usefull to otheris and this day makes your burdens formerlie ponderous now levious