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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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(Unmetenes,) Unmeitnes, n. [e.m.E. vnmeeteness (1573); Unmete adj.] Unsuitability. — 1600-1610 Melvill 636.
The trew caus wes the unmeitnes of the place for the purpose in hand
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