v. Obs.–1 [f. E- pref.3 + L. laxāt- ppl. stem of laxāre to unloose, relax: see LAX.] To loosen; to widen.

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1656.  Blount, Glossogr.

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1721–1800.  in Bailey.

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1775.  in Ash.

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1847.  in Craig.

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  Hence † Elaxation.

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1731–6.  in Bailey.

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1775.  in Ash.

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1847.  in Craig.

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