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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Plenar, n. [ME. pleyner (c 1450), also playner (1340).] One who makes complaint (Plene v. 1), a complainant. — c 1475 Cal. Doc. IV. 409.
That the plenaris cum and gif in thair complaintis 1530 Acta Conc. Publ. Aff. 334.
Geif ony persons be plenteious of ony of the inhabitantis … I sall satisfie the plenaris of the gudis 1535 Selkirk B. Ct. (ed.) 156.
The partiis to refound the plenar