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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Pre-mentioun, n. [Mentio(u)n(e n.] (To mak) pre-mentioun (to give) previous notice, advance warning; to mention beforehand. — a1651 Calderwood II 46.
The admissioun of ministers … is ordeaned to be made publicklie in the kirk, and pre-mentioun to be made upon the Lord's day preceding
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