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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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Tyrocinie, n. (17th c. Eng. tyrocinie (1600) first experience, apprenticeship.) —1682 Irvine Nomenclatura Ded. *iv.
With what speed and fame, you accomplish'd your self in the tyrocinies of war and virtue