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1. array, v. View full entry 1297
...To set or place in order of readiness, to marshall. esp. To draw up prepared for battle, and in obs. phr. to array a battle....
2. bounty, n. View full entry c1250
...Of persons: Goodness in general, worth, virtue; in pl. virtues, excellences; also excellent condition, high estate. Obs....
3. conscience, n. View full entry ?c1225
...The internal acknowledgement or recognition of the moral quality of one's motives and actions; the sense of right and wrong as regards things for which one is responsible; the faculty or principle...
4. fine, adj., n.2, and adv. View full entry a1300
...Of superior quality, choice of its kind....
5. handsel | hansel, n. View full entry c1200
...Lucky prognostic, omen, presage, augury; token or omen of good luck. Obs....
6. joy, n. View full entry ?c1225
...A vivid emotion of pleasure arising from a sense of well-being or satisfaction; the feeling or state of being highly pleased or delighted; exultation of spirit; gladness, delight....
7. meek, adj. and n. View full entry ?c1200
...Gentle, courteous, kind. Of a social superior: merciful, compassionate, indulgent. Obs....
8. noble, adj. and n.1 View full entry ?c1225
...Of a person or people: illustrious or distinguished by virtue of position, character, or exploits. Now only as passing into senses A. 2A. 5....
9. precious, adj., adv., and n. View full entry ?a1300
...Of great moral, spiritual, or other non-material value; beloved, held in high esteem....
10. prize, n.1 and adj. View full entry c1250
...A reward, trophy, or symbol of victory or superiority offered or awarded in a contest or competition....
11. sage, adj. and n.2 View full entry 1297
...Of a person: Wise, discreet, judicious. In Middle English often the sage (following a proper name). In modern use in narrowed applications: Practically wise, rendered prudent or judicious by experience....
12. treat, v. View full entry 1297
...intr. To deal or carry on negotiations (with another) with a view to settling terms; to discuss terms of settlement; to bargain, negotiate....
13. wait, v.1 View full entry c1200
...trans. To watch with hostile intent; to spy upon; to lie in wait for. Obs....
14. wassail, n. View full entry c1275
...A salutation used when presenting a cup of wine to a guest, or drinking the health of a person, the reply being drink-hail...
