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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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(Reding-glas,) Reiding-glas, n. [17th c. Eng. reading-glass a large magnifying glass for use in reading (1670), f. Reding(e vbl. n.1] —1621 Edinb. Test. LI 63.
Four reiding glas at xxiiij s. the pece