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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XII).
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(Wikkit like,) Wickit like, adj. [Wik(k)it adj. 1 and Like adv. 2.] Having the appearance of being wicked. —c1550 Rolland Ct. Venus ii 297.
Thir nyne nobillis … So terribill thay ar be apperance … So wickit like, and als so venemois
