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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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(Martirar,) Martyrer, n. [e.m.E. marterar (1471).] One who martyrs, f. Martir v. —c1552 Lynd. Mon. 5807.
Those creuell bludy bowchouris Martyreris of prophetis and prechouris
