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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Quotation dates: 1512
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Luminyng, vbl. n. [f. as Luminit p.p.: cf. also aluminyng Alumine v., Illum(i)nyn(g vbl. n., and Limninge vbl. n.] The illuminating of a book or manuscript. — 1512 Treasurer's Accounts IV. 379.
In part pament of luminyng [pr. lummyng] of the Kingis grete portuus x Franch crounis
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