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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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(Unabusit,) Wnabused, ppl. adj. [Abusit ppl. adj. Cf. 17th c. Eng. unabused (1661).] That has not been abused or disgraced, unsullied. —a1586 Maitland Geneal. Setoun 39.
Highe honour'd hous with bagie wnabused Whois falshoude ȝit nor faults war neuer found
