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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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Riot, Ryot, adj. [ME riot wanton, licentious (Cursor M.). Cf. Royet adj.] Disorderly; incoherent. —1513 Doug. viii Prol., 67 and 147 (see Royet adj.).
