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First published 1965 (SND Vol. VI).
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Quotation dates: 1852
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†MALHEURIUS, adj. Sc. variant of obs. Eng. maleurous, unhappy, unfortunate.Bnff. 1852 A. Harper Solitary Hours 98:
Ye timid mortals, wha shall see Malheurius ghaist, or fay.
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