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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Preparit, -ed, Prepairit, ppl. adj. [e.m.E. prepared (1526).] Studied or learned beforehand; ready for use. — c1568 Lauder Minor P. i 182.
The faithfull … Hes now in heauin … thair awin preparit roum and place 1600-1610 Melvill 257.
Bot the bischope's war cunned and prepared maters Ib. 617.
Gwy Faux, … with a sett traine and prepairit lount and match
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