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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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*Holocast, n. [ME. (c 1250) and e.m.E. holocaust, F. holocauste, late L. and Greek.] A burnt offering, sacrifice wholly consumed by fire. — a1568 Scott Ps. in a1568 Bann. MS. 17 a/65.
Knew I Thow covet sacrifyis Or offerand holocast wald pryis I sowld thame gif
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