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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Quotation dates: 1590
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Luminat, v. [L. lūmināt-, p.p. stem of lūmināre v. f. lūmin-, lūmen light. Cf. Illuminat.] tr. To make bright, light up. — c1590 J. Stewart 94/516.
Quhill Apollo thryse haid montit suir In gouldin cart to luminat the day
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