2. Sacred. [R.]

To take her from austerer check of parents,

To make her his by most devoutful rights.

Marston.

De*vout"less, a. Destitute of devotion. -- De*vout"less*ly, adv. - - De*vout"less*ness, n.

De*vout"ly, adv. 1. In a devout and reverent manner; with devout emotions; piously.

Cast her fair eyes to heaven and prayed devoutly.

Shak.

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