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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Luve-letter, n. [ME. luve-letter (a 1240), e.m.E. love-letter (Shakesp.). Cf. also Luf(e)-letter.] A love-letter. — a1578 Pitsc. I. 255 (h. of ch.).
Hou the Queine of France send ane luve letter to the King of Scotland and also ane taikin
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