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Quotation dates: 1567-1605
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Ruve, Rufe, v. [Ruve n. Cf. ME rone (v.r. ro) to recreate (oneself) (Cursor M.).] intr. To take rest or repose. — a1568 Scott xxx 19.
Thay ma nowthir rest nor rufe Till thay mischeif thair sellis a1605 Montg. Misc. P. lii 14.
I may nowthir rest nor ruve
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