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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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Unmedling, ppl. adj. [18th c. Eng. unmeddling (1765); Med(d)ill v.] That is not inclined to meddle. —1667 Dunblane Synod 43.
My own unactive and unmedling temper may be too apt to prevail against the knowne dewty of my station