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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Quotation dates: 1577-1578, 1699-1700
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Solempnouslie, Solemnously, adv. Also: solempniouslie. [OF solempneus, MF sollenneux (1526 in Godefroy); Solem(p)n(e adj.] With the appropriate rites and formalities; solemnly, ceremoniously. Cf. Solem(p)nly adv. 1. — a1578 Pitsc. II 123/14.
The mariaige quhilk was solempnouslie ordourit and endit at Notrodames Kirk a1578 Pitsc. II 124/5.
Thaireftir the mariaige was solempniouslie maid betuix the dolphin … and Marie quein of Scotland a1700 Mare of Colinton 474.
It pleaseth me My body be solemnously Laid in that place
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