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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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*(Hartsum-,) Heartsom(e)nesse, n. The quality of rejoicing the heart, encouragement; cheerfulness; enjoyment, pleasure. — a1658 Durham Clavis Cantici 51.
The heartsomenesse of that soul-refreshing exercise of praise Id. Comm. Rev. 575.
To shew the heartsomnesse and real mirth of Christs followers 1679 Fountainhall Decis. I. 46.
Warrandice is only incurred by legal deeds. .and not by such a natural fact of unclean heartsomeiness [sc. adultery]
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