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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Preweaysit, p.p. [Cf. (1) e.m.E. previse to provide (c 1470), to foresee (1597), L. prævīs- p.p. stem of prævidēre, and (2) Avisit p.p. and ppl. adj., counselled or advised.] ? Advised or informed beforehand. — 1630 Aberd. Council Lett. I 327.
Ane instrument off premonitioune beiring the said Mr. Mathew to be … laughfully preweaysit and warnit
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