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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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(Mis-,) Mysfalt, n. [Falt n.] A fault or shortcoming. —1533 Bell. Livy II. 40/15.
We … covatis nocht bot ȝow to be penitent of ȝoure mysfalt