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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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(Provise,) Provys, v. [e.m.E. and late ME provys(e (Caxton), -vise, L. prōvīs-, p.p. stem of prōvidēre Provid(e v.] To arrange (beforehand); to make provision (to do something). — 1543 Linlithgow B. Ct. 27 April.
The said jugis exceppit the said mater vpone thame and to deliuer thair intill alsson as thaj may provys
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