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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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Quotation dates: 1420, 1550
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Mufand, Muifand, ppl. a. [Mufe v.] a. Going forward, progressing. b. Apt to move or change, volatile. —a. c1420 Wynt. v. 3444 (E) (see Movand ppl. a. a).b. c1550 Rolland Court of Venus Prol. 60.
He that has of the air the nature, Is oft muifand, licht, merie, with plesure
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