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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Primevident, n. [Nonce f. Prime adj., Evident n. 1.] (A person's or a family's) original document or charter. —1626 Garden Worthies 130.
The kiling of that cruell beast, … As is in thy primevident exprest, Hes caus'd thé be Kempt Irvine cald & knawn
