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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Ourget, v. [Cf. Overget.] tr. To overtake, get hold of; to get the better of, overcome. — 1446 Raine N. Durham App. 22.
Giff ony off our legis may ourget or tak the said Patrik … thai sal hafe … raward tharfor 1456 Hay I. 64/12.
He [Julius Cæsar] defendit him with fete and handis and gert mony of thame grovill that he mycht our get
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