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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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Versifier, n. [ME and e.m.E. versifiour (Rolle), versyfyer (15th c.), versifier (1581), OF versifi(o)ur, -iere.] A writer of verse. — 1535 Stewart 49829.
King Edward … brocht with him ane freir, Ane versifier … In Lating toung ane metrost wes he … Ane cunnyng clerk culd mak sic vers and ryme
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