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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Oratrix, n. [e.m.E. oratrix (1592), oratryx (1534–5), L. ōrātrix, ōrātrīc-em.] = Oratrice n. —1601 Warrender P. II. 385.
Your majesties maist oblist and affectionat oratrix Nicolas Lady Bonytoun
