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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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Ratifier, n. [e.m.E. ratifier (Shakesp.) that which ratifies.] One who by his words or deeds is held to have sanctioned or given approval to the committing of a crime. —1678 Mackenzie Laws & C. i xxxv 8 (1678) 341, 2 (see Ratify v. 1 b).
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