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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Levit, Leavit, a. [ME. and e.m.E. leaved (13th c.), leved (14th c.), e.m.E. leafed (1552), f. Lefe n.1] (Four-) leaved. —1584 Sempill Sat. P. xlv. 303.
Sanct Jhones nutt and the foure levit [v.r. leavit] claver