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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Osanna, interj. (ME. (Cursor M.) and e.m.E., also late ME. hosanna, OE. osanna, late L. (h)osanna (Vulgate), f. the Gk. and ultim. the Hebrew, the cry of praise to God and Christ.) —c1500-c1512 Dunb. lxxxvi. 14.
Quhar cherubyne syngis sweit Osanna [: Maria] c1520-c1535 Nisbet I. 88 marg.
Osanna is als mekill as to say, Gyff health, prosper, gud lucke 1535 Stewart 61283.
Singand with sanctis Osanna, Amen!
