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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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(Unclenly,) Uncleanly, adj. [ME and e.m.E. onclenlich (Ayenbite), vnclenly (Trevisa), vncleanly (1548); Clen(e)lie adj.] Lacking in cleanness, dirty. —1604 James VI Tobacco 87/22.
The vncleanly and adust constitution of their bodies
