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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Simule, v. [F. simuler (c1330 in Larousse), L. simulāre to simulate, feign; cf. e.m.E. simyll (1528), symule (1534).] intr. To feign, simulate. Cf. Simulat p.p. —a1500 Henr. Fab. 434.
And simuland thus he said, ‘Gude morne, my maister, gentill Chantecleir!’
