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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XII).
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(Weildar,) Veildar, n. [ME and e.m.E. weldar (14th c.), wielder (1600).] One who achieves or puts into effect (a result), a causer or author of (something). (We(i)ld v. 4.) —1570 Sat. P. xvii 53.
Throw him wes vinqueist the veildars of this grief
