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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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(Savorouslie,) Savoruslie, adv. [e.m.E. saverously (Caxton); Savo(u)r n.] With a good savour, pleasantly, sweetly. —c1590 J. Stewart 84/163.
Ane mydow fair, Quhair flouris fresche maist sauoruslie did smell
