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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Ostensit, p.p. [f. L. ostens-, alternative p.p. stem of ostendere Ostend v.] a. Presented for inspection in a matter of law. b. Displayed, manifested, set forth. — 1536 Dunferm. Reg. Ct. 137.
That the ostenson of said acquitance and reddyn of samyn … prejug nocht saidis l. and convent bot be reput as nocht ostensit na red 1606 Chart. Coupar A. II. 220.
And to the said … dispositioun … his maiestie and the saidis estaittis hes interponit … thair … authoritie as that deid quhilk is now and salbe … ostensit and judgeit for the weill of oure said souerane lord
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