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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XII).
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Ybent, p.p. [ME y-bent (c1330), y-bente (1399); Bend v. 1.] Of a bow: Drawn (in order to shoot). — c1500-c1512 Dunb. G. Targe 110.
Ane othir court thare saw I consequent Cupide the king wyth bow in hand ybent [B., M. ay bent] c1500-c1512 Dunb. G. Targe 145.
With bow in hand ybent [B., M. ay bent] Come dame Beautee
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