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Godli-, Godlynes, n. [e.m.E. godli-, godlynesse (1531).] Godly character. — 1560 Rolland Seven S. 885.
To luke Gif that veyage with godlynes dois stand 1562-3 Winȝet II. 61/28.
Quhat is prophane? Quhilk hes na halines, na godlines a1570-86 Maitl. F. cxiii. 16.
Quhair I sall leir … vertew to use With godlynes
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