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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Quotation dates: 1659
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(Slichtening,) Slightening, vbl. n. [= Slichting vbl. n.2] —1659 Bk. Carlaverock II 145.
Cause sie that the workmen … doe not chitte me in … slightening the work
