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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. X).
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Streming, vbl. n. [ME and e.m.E. stremynge (Trevisa), streaming (1607); Strem(e v.] ? The action of shining or reflecting light (Strem(e v. 2). —a1605 Montg. Ch. & Slae 317 (L).
With streming and leming Throw lychtnes of that lamp
