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† imˈpover, v. Obs. rare. [Later form of empover, with im-1.] trans. To impoverish.
1535Goodly Primer, Song of Hannah, The Lord impovereth, & he maketh rich. 1567Sc. Acts Jas. VI (1814) 29/1 The Realme is vtterlie impouerit be euill cunȝe. 1634Brereton Trav. 31 Ghuest-houses, one for impovered and impotent persons, another for fatherless children. |