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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Socialtie, n. (? = e.m.E. socialitie (a1649) sociality, companionship with one's fellows or ? erron. for sociatie (Societé n.) in the same sense.) —1639 Edinb. Surgeons p. 138.
Nane of the companie sall keep socialtie & companie with him