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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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On-turnabill, a. [Eng. unturnable (19th c.).] Unable to be turned or diverted. —a1538 Abell 123 b.
Eftir the Paip Paul had maid him cardinall, the King herand that and considerand that he wes on turnabill to his ewill wais he gart strik his heid fra him
