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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. X).
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Quotation dates: 1549
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Subverting, vbl. n. [ME and e.m.E. subvertyng (Wyclif), subuerting (1580); Subvert v.] The action of overthrowing (a person) by force. —1549 Reg. Privy S. MS XXIII 96.
With displayit baner in plane battell aganis the governour and lichtand before him on Glasqw mure for subverting of him
