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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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Unlowsable, -lousable, adj. [Late ME and e.m.E. vnlouseable (a1425), vnlowsable (c1550).] In fig. context: That cannot be loosened or undone. —1598 Melvill Propine (Epistle Ded.) 5.
That vnlowsable coniunction in the loue of Christ, whilk often being assayed, could neuer … be dissolued 1668 Reg. Privy C. 3 Ser. II 672.
Blest eternalie be God that cast this unlousable knot betwixt His own Son and you both
