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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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(Prime-,) Primlie, adv. [e.m.E. primely (1613).] In the first place, chiefly, especially. —1648 Laing MSS I 227.
Thairfoir we … as being primlie intrusted both by God and this kingdome to prosecute the publict ends of that Covenant, do most humbly desyre [etc.]
