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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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(Mischev-,) Mischivousnes, n. [e.m.E. myscheuousnes (1567), mischievousnesse.] Wickedness, viciousness. — a1598 Ferg. Prov. MS. No. 118.
Ane cumbersume curr in companie is heated for his mischivousnes
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