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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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Quotation dates: 1618
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(Unique,) Unicke, adj. [17th c. Eng. unique (1602), unic (c1645), F. unique, L. ūnic-.] Unique, unequalled. —1618 W. Barclay Well Sig. A vij.
This is a soueraigne and vnicke remedie for that disease in women