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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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Novatian, n. [e.m.E. and late ME. Novatian, -acian (c 1449), late L. Novātiān- (plur.), f. Novātiān-us.] A member of the sect founded by Novatianus. —1581 Hamilton in Cath. Tr. (S.T.S.) 75/34.
He socht the iugement of Agelius, albeit he vas ane Nouatian of the contrare faction
