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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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Reinverse, v. [Cf. 18th c. Eng. reinverse (c1720), also Ranverse v.] tr. (fig.). To overturn. = Ranverse v. 2. —1618 Melrose P. *629.
New disturbances wer cassin in to reinuerse all that wes done in the conference
