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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Solitar, n. [18th c. Eng. solitaire (Pope); Solitar adj.] A person who lives or travels alone; ? a recluse; ? a tramp, vagrant. —1612 Inverness Rec. II 89.
Against maisterfull beggeris, and vagabowndis, solitaris and idlemen
