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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Pressmost, adj. (Nonce-form, put to represent superl. of e.m.E. pressing ppl. adj. calling for immediate action (1616).) — 1684 Edinb. City Archives McLeod's Bundle 39.
Of all the recommendations I have I have the kyndest and pressmost from the Register to Earl Middletoun
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