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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Perpollent, a. [Per- pref. 1 and L. pollens pres. p. of poll re to be strong.] Very strong or powerful. — 1625 Garden Kings 28.
A passing praise perpollent prince to thee Id. Worthies 87.
For thy perpollent sprite and prudence plac'd Cheeff chancellour of this kingdome
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"Perpollent adj.". Dictionary of the Scots Language. 2004. Scottish Language Dictionaries Ltd. Accessed 8 May 2024 <http://www.dsl.ac.uk/entry/dost/perpollent>
