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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Oragius, a. [AF. orageus, F. orageux, f. F. (also e.m.E. [Caxton–]) orage n. a storm.] Stormy, tempestuous. —1590 Burel Pilgr. i. viii.
The storme wes so outragius, And with rumlings oragius, That I for fear did gruge
