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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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(Transvers,) Transwers, adj. [17th c. Eng. transuerse (1614), F. transverse (16th c.), L. transversus directed across. Cf. transversalis (Duns Scotus Sent. 4.40) collateral.] Of a line of descent: Collateral. — 14.. Reg. Maj. c. 61.
Tha that of rychtwys lyne discendis aw to be prefferyt thaim that cumis o lyne transwers [Skene Reg. Maj. I 34, the collaterall or side line]
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