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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Potence, n.2 [Late ME (1413), e.m.E. (1669) and F. potence (12th c. in Hatz.-Darm.), L. potentia f. potent- (Potent adj.).] Power, ability. —1596 Dalr. II 472/28.
Speciallie tha quha onie did excel in wisdome, or potence
