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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Quotation dates: 1456
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Purposlyk, adj. [Purpos n. 1; Like adj., adv. and n. E 1 a. Also in mod. Sc. (1782–). (Cf. e.m.E. purpose-like having a definite purpose (1604).)] Of a person: Well fitted for his function, efficient, effective. —1456 Hay I 302/11.
Devisit and dytit be wis clerkis and men of counsale and expert in the lawis and purposlyk