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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Premonstratensian, n. [f. as Premonstratens,adj. and n. pl., e.m.E. (1695).] A member of the order founded by St. Norbert at Prémontré in 1119, a White Canon. —1495 Bk. Carlaverock II 450.
Johnne, … abbot of the Halywoude, of the ordour of Premonstratensians and of the diocie of Glasgwe