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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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(Ravin,) -yne, n.2 [ME (a1325) and e.m.E. ravyn(e, -eyn(e, etc., F. ravine (rabine, 12th c.), L. rapīna.] Fowll of ravyne, bird of prey. — c1500-c1512 Dunb. (O.U.P.) 144/125.
And lat no fowll of ravyne do efferay, Nor devoir birdis bot his awin pray
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