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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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Mane-atht, n. [North. ME. manath, -aþ (also manwaþ, maineath) (Cursor M.), early midl. mon-oð, OE. mán-áð (= ON. mein-eiðr): see Mane adv.] (A) false oath, perjury. — 14.. Burgh Laws c. 72 (A).
Giff ony man be convickit anis of mane atht or fals witnes

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