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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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(Prise,) Prease, v.2 (Appar. repr. e.m.E. pryse (1535), prise to seize, take, capture, f. Prise n.2 and n.3) —1595 Duncan App. Etym.
Capesso, to prease, to take
