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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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(Penultim,) Penultin, a. [e.m.E. penultyme (1532), L. pænultimus: cf. Penultimaa.] = Penult a. —1490 Bk. Carlaverock II. 448.
The penultin day of October