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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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May, v.2 [e.m.E. (Malory).] intr. To indulge in dancing, sporting and merry-making as in May or on May-day. —c1500-c1512 Dunb. G. Targe 131.
Ladyes to dance full sobirly assayit, Endlang the lusty rywir so thai mayit
