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Þ þ (thorn)
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1.
ouen
v.
572 quotations in 19 senses
Sense / Definition
To possess (sb. or sth.), have, own; rule (a kingdom, people, etc.), be in command of, haue authority over;
ouen lordshipe
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ouen weld
, have possession;
ouen child
, bear a child; also, be the father of…
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2.
ac
conj.
95 quotations in 4 senses
Sense / Definition
Used between contrasting expressions: but, yet, however, nevertheless; -- (a) between clauses; (b) as an introductory expression.
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