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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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Rebourse, v. [Obs. F. reborser, -bourser, F. rebrousser, f. as Rebour(i)s n.] tr. To reverse, change the direction of movement of. — c1590 Fowler I 127/42.
The moveing heavinis … That never wonnt to stable stand bot in thair race and course Confusedlie all thingis to change, renvers and to rebourse
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