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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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(Of-,) Offcasting, vbl. n. [Only Sc. Cf. Ofcast n. and Of adv. 1 b.] Rejection. —1590-1 R. Bruce Serm. 129.
Sic a loath, disdain and offcasting of this heavenlie food a1652 Dickson Psalms I. 63.
Fear of eternall offcasting
