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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Rusit, ppl. adj. [Cf. Ruse n.², also F. rusé (13th c. in Larousse).] Full of stratagems; cunning, artful. —1600 Hamilton Facile Tr. 3.
This is the craft of this auld and rusit serpent