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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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Quotation dates: 1535
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Unhappin, adj. [ME vn-happen (14th c.); Hap(p)in adj. Cf. Norw. uheppen unfortunate.] Deplorable; wretched. — 1535 Stewart 16427.
Than da by da tha waittit on thair tyme, For to commit that curst vnhappin cryme
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