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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
Quotation dates: 1535
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Fenȝe, -ȝie, n. [f. Fenȝe,v. Cf. ME. feyn (c 1320).] Feigning, pretence. — 1535 Stewart 51235.
Askand at thame without fenȝie or lane, To leif that place 1535 Ib. 51521.
The man … withoutin fenȝe Sould to the schiref pas richt sone and plenȝe
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