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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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Mortificat, ppl. a. [e.m.E. mortyfycat (1471) killed.] ? (Made) lifeless, dead. —a1500 Colk. Sow iii. 67.
Lyk o sede sawin in erd mortificat Flouris money fructis vinificat
