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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Counterwey, v. [e.m.E. and ME. (c 1430).] tr. To weigh against, counterbalance. — 1565 Bk. Univ. Kirk I. 67.
Having no consideration that may counterwey the same, sho wilbe laith to put in hazard the lose of all her freinds
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